News Release

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April 14, 2006

Boise State Volunteer Service Board Encourages Community to 'Think Green'

The Boise State University Volunteer Services Board will hold awareness-raising events just in time for Earth Day. Events include a documentary and discussion, the annual Shack City event, and an environmental agency fair.

• “Global Warning,” a documentary investigating the issue of global warming, will be screened at 7 p.m. April 20 in the Student Union Bishop Barnwell Room. “Global Warning” is a production of the TV newsmagazine “60 Minutes” and takes an in-depth look at climate change. In addition, Tim Barker of the National Weather Service will give a presentation about global warming. Free.

• The Environmental Agency Fair, 11 a.m. April 21 on the Quad, will feature information on local and national environmental groups. Participants can learn more about current environmental issues and how to get involved and make a difference. Free.

• Shack City, an event designed to raise awareness about homelessness in Idaho and around the world, will begin at 5 p.m. April 21 and will continue until the morning of April 22. Participants will construct a “city” out of cardboard and packing tape and will then spend the night in the city. People who would like to participate are asked to wear warm clothing and to bring their own blankets, sleeping bags and pillows. Free.

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Contact: John Romlein, Volunteer Services Board, (208) 426-4240, environment@boisestate.edu
Media Contact: Julie Hahn, University Communications, (208) 426-5540, juliehahn@boisestate.edu

Boise State University is the largest institution of higher education in Idaho with about 18,600 students and 2,200 faculty and staff. More than 190 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and technical degrees are offered within eight colleges. A metropolitan university located in the capital city, Boise State is committed to life-enhancing research, teaching excellence and public service.
 

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