News Release

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March 16, 2005

Diversity Rally At Boise State Addresses Recent Threat

The Boise State University chapter of BGLAD (Bisexuals, Gays, Lesbians, Transgendered and Allies for Diversity) will host a diversity rally from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday, March 17, on the Student Union patio. “No Room for Hate at Boise State” will feature speakers, entertainment and poets from January’s Slam for Justice poetry slam.

Amy Herzfeld, director of the Idaho Human Rights Center, will join students, faculty and staff speakers. Information tables and performances will break up the speeches. The event also includes statements from several campus organizations in support of diversity.

The rally is in response to a recent threat against a student who is openly gay. For more information, contact the Boise State Cultural Center at 426-5950.

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Contact: Ro Parker, Cultural Center, (208) 426-4317, rparker1@boisesetate.edu

Media Contact: Kathleen Craven, University Relations, (208) 426-3275, kcraven@boisestate.edu

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Last reviewed on Thursday, December 22, 2005