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The University of Washington Tacoma Black Student Union is excited to bring the community together at its 16th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Breakfast. It is a celebration that honors the contributions offered and inspired by Dr. King and provides an opportunity to bring our diverse communities together around a common goal of healing, hopefulness, equity, and justice.
Please join us for a memorable morning filled with amazing speakers, live dance performances, and — best of all — a welcoming community striving to attain Dr. King's dream in our personal and professional lives. We look forward to seeing you there!
Note: This year's event is being held on the Saturday before the holiday.
Sponsorship opportunities are available. Email ebowhite@uw.edu for details.
Keynote Speaker: Craig Sims
Craig Sims is an accomplished trial lawyer with over 25 years of litigation and leadership experience. His calling, “to be of service to others,” is what drew him to the practice of law. His focus is to seek accountability while honoring the lives of his clients and their families. Craig was recognized as a Washington “Super Lawyer” and was honored as one of the Best Lawyers in America three years running. He has taught trial practice as an adjunct professor at Seattle University School of Law and is a visiting lecturer at the University of Washington Law School.
Craig’s guiding life motto is: “I am preparing my children for the world, while preparing the world for my children.”
Alumni Speaker: Bonita Lee (SIAS '06)
Social worker, author, and educator, Bonita Lee is a community connector who has worked with schools and non-profits for over 22 years, focusing on individual, student, and family access through empowerment. As a Family and Community Partnership Coordinator, she works with students, community members, schools, and local agencies to foster active advocacy.
Nominate for a Dream Award
As part of our annual Unity Breakfast, we recognize community members who consistently address diversity, social justice and civil rights. Dream Awards are given to UW Tacoma students, student organizations and those in the community whose work has significantly contributed to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream of diversity and equality for all.
City of Tacoma Celebration
This year, as always, we encourage participation in the City of Tacoma's annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration. The event will be held at the Greater Tacoma Convention Center at 11 AM on Monday, January 20, 2025. The event is also broadcast live on TV Tacoma and live on Facebook.
Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025
8:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Program begins at 9 a.m.
William W. Philip Hall
1918 Commerce St., Tacoma, WA
UW Tacoma campus
Tickets are $25 per person
The University of Washington is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, and activities. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made at least 10 days in advance to eventuwt@uw.edu.
