UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
Friday, April 28, 1995
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Students march to protest racism
Last night's vigil unites different campus cultures
By Eduardo A. Molina
Kansan staff writer
George McFarley, Lawrence resident, and Kari Thies, Overland sophomore, light candles in front of the Kansas Union. They were part of a candlelight vigil and march against racism that was sponsored by the Greeks for Responsible Education Enhancing Cultural Sensitivity and the Black Student Union.
Valerie Crow / KANSAN
More than 35 people walked down Jayhawk Boulevard last night in a candlelight procession against racism.
The procession, which went from the Kansas Union to Watson Library, brought different races together in a peaceful demonstration.
Cesar Millan, president of Greeks for Responsible Education Enhancing Cultural Sensitivity, said his group sponsored the event with the Black Student Union to educate people about racism.
"These activities are important because racism and prejudice still exist in our society," he said. "People still judge people for their skin color."
Millan said that students at the University of Kansas were not aware of cultural diversity.
"Just look at this school, and you will see that there is not much diversity," he said. "There is still a need for diversity. Young students could learn from these events to shape their ideas. These activities promote education through interaction."
"Racism is not a pride for your race," she said. "Racism means that you stereotype other races."
Activities such as this procession could help to promote diversity. Myers said.
"We must work together to stand against racism," she said. "We must embrace our differences and be proud of our heritage. I am an African-American woman, and I am proud of who I am."
Regina Grass, Vian, Okla., junior, said that racism
was a problem for Native Americans.
"Racism is a daily experience for Native Americans," said Grass, who is a Native American. "Even here in Lawrence, racism is a problem."
George McFarley, Lawrence resident, said that these kinds of events supported a good cause.
"It is important to keep this fight against racism," said McFarley, who is an African American. "We should kill ignorance, but there are still some people who are afraid of asking questions."
Walking beside McFarley, Kari Thies, Overland Park sophomore, said that despite being white, it was hard for her to understand why racism existed.
"Racism affects all of us, including white people" she said. "It makes me feel embarrassed. I'm really trying to understand why racism is an issue."
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