Students, alumni and the larger Indianapolis community are invited to celebrate Martin University’s homecoming week Oct. 14-20. Activities include worship, concerts and a community access fair.Â
City-Wide Unity Prayer Breakfast
- 9 a.m. Oct. 14Â
- Martin University Gathertorium, 2186 N. Sherman Drive
Diverse faith leaders across Indianapolis will meet for a discussion on fostering unity and the importance of higher education in the Black and brown community.
Distinguished Alumni Awards Reception
- 6:30 p.m. Oct. 16
- Martin University Gathertorium, 2186 N. Sherman Drive
Three Martin University alums will be honored at the third annual awards reception for their dedication to the community. Tickets for this black tie event can be purchased online.
First Lady’s Tea
- 11:30 a.m. Oct. 17
- Hotel Carmichael, 1 Carmichael Square, Carmel
Alumni and guests are invited to join First Lady Tosha Huddleston for lunch and a panel discussion featuring Joy Mason, Renee Washington and Tracy Ellis-Ward. Tickets can be purchased online.
Funny Business Comedy Show
- 8 p.m. Oct. 18
- Martin University Gathertorium, 2186 N. Sherman Drive
Comedy show featuring Made Man Improv. Tickets can be purchased online.
Kickball Tournament
- 9 a.m. Oct. 19Â
- Frederick Douglass Park, 1616 E. 25th St.
This event is open to the community and teams can be co-ed. Team registration is $200 and spectator tickets are $4. Register a team or purchase tickets online.
Community Access Fair
- 11 a.m to 3 p.m. Oct. 19
- Martin University Gathertorium, 2186 N. Sherman Drive
Assistance will be provided in education, housing, employment, health entities, and more. The event is free but registration is required.Â
Ladies Night R&B Concert
- 8 p.m. Oct. 19Â
- Martin University Gathertorium, 2186 N. Sherman Drive
Old-school R&B featuring The Kissing Game’s Hi-Five and Indy’s Bashiri Asad. Tickets can be purchased online.
Souled Out Martin Sunday Worship Service
- 6 p.m. Oct. 20Â
- Martin University Gathertorium, 2186 N. Sherman Drive
A Sunday worship service featured guest pastor Rev. Kevin Cosby.Â
Mirror Indy reporter Darian Benson covers east Indianapolis. Contact her at 317-397-7262 or darian.benson@mirrorindy.org. Follow her on X @HelloImDarian.
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