October 9, 2003

Boise State Cultural Center Asks Students To 'Speak Up'

The Boise State University Cultural Center is encouraging students, faculty and staff to be more aware of what they can do to make a difference in the lives of others during the “Speak Up Against Injustice” campaign that kicks off Oct. 20. The event is aimed at helping provide the Boise State community with the courage and tools necessary to combat injustice. Situations people commonly run across include hearing a racist or homophobic joke, seeing someone tease or take advantage of another person who speaks little or no English, standing by while a buddy takes advantage of a drunken date or seeing someone be publicly humiliated because of a disability. People are encouraged to stop by the Cultural Center booth in the Student Union and fill out a Speak Up Against Injustice card. Topics can include situations where a person wishes they had stood up for what they believed in or times when they actually did. The cards, which are in the shape of Idaho, will then be put on display. -30- Contact Ro Parker Cultural Center 208 426-4259 Media Contact Kathleen Craven communications and marketing 208 426-3275