Dr. Mamie T. Thorns and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Leadership Award

This award is to recognize students who exemplify Dr. Thorns’ and Dr. King’s dedication to justice, leadership, community advancement, and the belief that education is a powerful force for positive change. Recipients will demonstrate a continued commitment to service, equity and civic responsibility—at SVSU and in the surrounding community. To be eligible, students must have a minimum 2.5 grade point average, be enrolled at least half-time as an undergraduate or graduate student, and maintain good academic standing. Candidates must demonstrate leadership and meaningful service that advances equity, inclusion and community improvement. The recipient must be available to participate in the MLK Celebration event in Saginaw in January and complete one service reflection or approved community engagement activity during the award year.