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DU Pitches In For Hurricane Relief

Dominican University has developed a coordinated plan for responding to the effects of Hurricane Katrina that includes admitting displaced students, raising immediate funds for victims and presenting educational programs covering sociological, psychological, theological, ecological and political aspects of the tragedy.

The university has admitted eight displaced students who were attending universities damaged by the hurricane. The students are taking classes on campus and living in the residence halls or with local families.

Proceeds from a number of upcoming fundraising efforts will be donated to Catholic Charities USA. The university is collecting funds at all public events, including concerts, lectures and special programs, through the end of October. In addition, collection containers have been placed throughout the campus to which students, faculty and staff have been encouraged to contribute and $5.00 coupons have been placed in the university bookstore that students can add to their purchases of books and supplies.

President Donna Carroll has proclaimed Friday, September 16 as University-Wide Dress Casual Day, during which students, faculty and staff can buy for $5.00 the privilege of wearing jeans and casual clothing. The university is also exploring the possibility of sponsoring a major concert benefit next fall to raise funds for the ongoing rehabilitation of areas devastated by the hurricane.

The university’s athletic program is hosting basketball clinics, organized by Head Basketball Coach Mark White, for local parochial elementary schools. Proceeds will be donated to Catholic Charities USA.

In an effort to raise greater awareness of the sociological, theological, ecological and political aspects of the hurricane, the university will present the first of a series of panel discussions on Tuesday, September 20 at 12:30 p.m.

The university is also providing information and encouraging students to volunteer with the local PADS (Public Action to Deliver Shelter) organization to work with people who have been displaced from the South and relocated to the local area.