Erika Alexander headlines MSU Denver’s Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. Peace Breakfast
Award-winning actor, producer and activist joins campus community to celebrate the civil-rights leader’s legacy.
Metropolitan State University of Denver’s annual MLK Peace Breakfast returns Jan. 17, honoring the life and legacy of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. with a morning of inspiration, reflection and celebration.
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This year’s keynote speaker is Erika Alexander, a multifaceted artist, activist and advocate for social change. Best known for her iconic roles in “Living Single,” “The Cosby Show” and “Get Out,” Alexander is also the co-founder of Color Farm Media, a production company focused on amplifying underrepresented voices. Alexander is a passionate advocate for equity and justice, and her work spans entertainment, activism and entrepreneurship, making her a compelling voice for the MSU Denver community.
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The MLK Peace Breakfast, which has been held every January for more than three decades, will also celebrate three community leaders who embody the principles championed by King:
K. Scherrer, Ph.D.: A transformative educator in MSU Denver’s Department of Social Work whose career is dedicated to promoting understanding, challenging systemic oppression and fostering inclusive spaces where all individuals can thrive.
Jermaine Gunnells: The interim associate director of Equity and Racial Justice Programs at MSU Denver.
Ryan Ross, Ph.D.: President and CEO of the Urban Leadership Foundation of Colorado.
Hosted at Mile High Station to accommodate growing interest for the well-respected and long-tenured program, the breakfast serves as a cornerstone event bringing together MSU Denver students and faculty, staff and community members to reflect on King’s enduring legacy.
“It’s a moment to honor leaders who embody Dr. King’s vision,” said Michael Benitez, Ph.D., vice president for Diversity and Inclusion at MSU Denver. “This offers the community an opportunity to reflect and recommit to building a more just and inclusive society.”
Tickets and more information are available on the MSU Denver MLK Peace Breakfast website.
