BLSA hosts interactive lecture on MLK and Thurgood Marshall

February 10, 2025

A group of students poses with a guest speaker in the auditorium

On January 28, the Black Law Students Association hosted Dr. Harry L. Williams for an interactive lecture exploring the intersecting legacies of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Thurgood Marshall. Dr. Williams discussed their pivotal contributions to civil rights and legal advancements, and how students can continue their work in shaping the future of American law and society.

Dr. Williams is the President and CEO of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF), which represents 53 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Predominantly Black Institutions (PBIs). Under his leadership, TMCF has seen significant growth, fostering strategic partnerships with major corporations and advancing the legislative agenda for HBCU sustainability. Dr. Williams has also served as President of Delaware State University and is a recognized leader in higher education.