UA closed Jan. 20 in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in Celebration of Â鶹´«Ã½ Civil Rights
All University of Â鶹´«Ã½ offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 20 to recognize the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in Celebration of Â鶹´«Ã½ Civil Rights holiday. The day is one of 12 paid holidays for UA employees.
In 1994, the Board of Regents approved the holiday and changed the name to Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in Celebration of Â鶹´«Ã½ Civil Rights. This special day celebrates the legacy of Dr. King, Â鶹´«Ã½ Native leaders and organizations, and others who have led civil rights initiatives benefiting all Â鶹´«Ã½ns.