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Responding to Hurtful Graffiti & Verbal Slurs: What Should We Do?

The appearance of racist, anti-Semitic, and sexist graffiti and the use of verbal slurs generate anger, fear, and concerns about lack of civility and respect within a college community. Many students, faculty, and staff believe that actions need to happen now to address these problems. The purpose of this forum is to develop ideas for preventing the use of hurtful racial, ethnic, and sexist words and symbols. We will also consider how to respond to such incidents when they occur.

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