Culture of care week to kick off Monday

As part of its ongoing efforts to create a “culture of care” on campus, the IU Student Association is organizing a week full of activities aimed at raising student awareness in four areas: Hoosier pride, sexual assault, mental health and alcohol and drugs.

The week will incorporate IUSA’s and other organization’s, including the Division of Student Affairs, the Commission on Multicultural Understanding and the Office of Women’s Affairs.

Monday
“Hoosier Pride”
The day will include performances, such as flash mobs and stepping routines, as well as bystander intervention seminars throughout the day. A screening of the film “Bullied: A Student, a School, and a Case that Made History” will be at 7 p.m.  in Whittenberger Auditorium.

Tuesday
“Sexual Assault Awareness”
Day two will include a bystander intervention workshop and book signing by feminist writer and activist Jaclyn Friedman at 7:30 p.m.  in Woodburn 100. There will also be a screening of “Miss Representation,” a 2011 film about the media’s portrayal of women, at 7 p.m. at the IU Cinema.

Wednesday
“Mental Health Awareness”
Crimson Corps, a peer-led support group through Counseling and Psychological Services, will lead classroom presentations throughout the day. Boards with the question “Why Do I Love Myself?” will solicit student responses on campus. An art exhibit, “Transcend the Everyday: Managing Your Stress through Art,” will be available for viewing from noon to 1 p.m. at the Art Museum.

Thursday
“Alcohol & Drug Awareness”
A pouring station will be set up from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Woodburn Hall clock, challenging students to “Guess Your Drink.” Students will be tested on their knowledge of pong in “Pong Trivia” from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 10th Street and Fee Lane. There will also be a screening of the 2000 film “28 Days,” which explores rehabilitation for alcoholism.

— Matthew Glowicki