Lourdes University offers Domestic Violence Awareness Week
October 17 – 21, 2016 Lourdes University is holding a series of events to raise awareness about domestic violence. The week will kick off with a One-Mile Awareness Walk from 6 to 8 p.m. on the Lourdes University campus, 6832 Convent Blvd. in Sylvania. The event is co-sponsored by Hope Rape Crisis Center YWCA. Informational booths will be set up along the way and hot cocoa will be provided by Directions Credit Union. A Candlelight Vigil follows. While at the event, participants and supporters may donate personal hygiene items. Donation boxes will be set up. Other scheduled events during Domestic Violence Awareness Week are: · Make Over Day – FREE make overs by Mary Kay Tuesday, October 18 at 6 p.m. in the Lourdes Den in the Sylvan Square Shopping Center at the intersection of Brint and McCord Roads Participants may donate personal hygiene items at the event · Health Relationship Topics Wednesday, October 19 from 5 to 6 p.m. in Russell Ebeid Hall room 201 The Relationship Remix is presented by Tayla & Jamie, University of Toledo Medical Center (UTMC) student and Hope Campus Advocate. They will discuss sexual health and healthy relationships. · Pop Culture Influences Presentation Thursday, October 20 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. in Russell Ebeid Hall room 201 Music, Media and Influence on Relationships is presented by Michelle McDevitt, Director of Public Safety at Lourdes University. Cookies will be provided · Coping with Stress Presentation Thursday, October 20 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in Russell Ebeid Hall room 202 Stress to Distress is presented by the Sophia Center · Domestic Violence Awareness Donation Friday, October 21 Lourdes University will complete the awareness week with a donation to Tent City of all personal hygiene items collected. “Domestic violence is a crime. Lourdes University and the many agencies who are participating in Domestic Violence Awareness Week want to arm individuals of all ages with the tools and information they need,” says Michelle McDevitt, Director of Public Safety and Title IX Coordinator. Media is invited to attend and cover the events. Please contact Helene Sheets, Director of University Relations at 419-824-3965 or [email protected] to make arrangements. Title IX at Lourdes University Lourdes University is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive educational environment for all members of the University community. Consistent with this mission, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. § 1681) and the Department of Education’s implementing regulations prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex/gender in the University’s programs and activities. It is important to understand that such discrimination includes sexual harassment, sexual assault, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. Though Lourdes is fortunate to enjoy a very safe campus, we are determined to eliminate any such discriminatory conduct, address its effects, and prevent its recurrence. Lourdes University Rooted in the Catholic Franciscan tradition, Lourdes University is sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis, and offers baccalaureate degrees in a variety of academic majors as well as graduate degrees in business, education, nursing, organizational leadership, social work, and theology. Community outreach programs include the Appold Planetarium, the Center for Science Education & the Environment, and Lifelong Learning. A member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, Lourdes students can also compete in a variety of men’s and women’s sports. Named a “Best in the Midwest” college by the Princeton Review, Lourdes University is a nationally accredited, veteran and transfer-friendly institution offering a variety of student scholarships. Explore the possibilities online at www.lourdes.edu or by phone at 419-885-3211.
Press Release Contact Name: Helene Sheets
Press Release Contact Email: [email protected]
Press Release Contact Phone: 419-824-3965
Organization Name: Lourdes University