Thursday, November 10, 2016

Women's & Gender Studies Statement of Support to RU Students Who are Hurting



There are several communities on our campus and in our communities who are feeling less than welcome right now, and it’s important for those of us who are not being targeted to stand up for those who are.


If any of you is feeling bullied or triggered because of race, gender, religion, or sexuality, please do not hesitate to contact one of the signatories in the comments below. We will do our best to both help and support you.  

For those who are not sure what it means to be an ally to marginalized groups and/or individuals, but would also like to be there for others, here is a brief explanation:


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31 comments:

  1. mren2November 10, 2016 at 10:56 AM

    I am here for you all! mren2@radford.edu
    CHBS 4107

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  2. Sarah HastingsNovember 10, 2016 at 11:03 AM

    You are valued here. There are people who care.

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  3. UnknownNovember 10, 2016 at 11:12 AM

    Leanne Hancock
    ljhancock@radford.edu
    Walker 272 ... <3

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  4. AlisonNovember 10, 2016 at 11:23 AM

    You are valued and respected.
    Alison Armstrong
    McConnell Library

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  5. UnknownNovember 10, 2016 at 12:07 PM

    You are welcome to vent, discuss or just breathe in my office (Porterfield 239) any time.

    Best,
    Robyn Berg
    Assistant Professor of Theatre

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  6. UnknownNovember 10, 2016 at 12:49 PM

    I will fight with and for you. You are valued.

    Caitlyn Parker
    CORE
    cparker8@radford.edu

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  7. UnknownNovember 10, 2016 at 12:50 PM

    I stand with you.
    Anna Vandevender
    RU PsyD Program

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  8. UnknownNovember 10, 2016 at 12:51 PM

    You are NOT in this alone!!
    Brittany Reynolds
    Breynolds21@radford.edu

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  9. UnknownNovember 10, 2016 at 12:59 PM

    you're not alone ❤️

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  10. UnknownNovember 10, 2016 at 1:18 PM

    You have an advocate and collaborator in 3116 CHBS. dlee80@radford.edu.

    -Devon Lee

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  11. UnknownNovember 10, 2016 at 1:26 PM

    Love and respect...
    Ramona Brown Isaacs
    Department of Human Resources

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  12. UnknownNovember 10, 2016 at 2:17 PM

    We are in this together. Love. Peace. Hope.

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  13. UnknownNovember 10, 2016 at 3:17 PM

    RU Dance is fighting this fight with you. Visit us anytime!

    Peters Hall, B121
    540-831-5186
    dvbella@radford.edu

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  14. UnknownNovember 10, 2016 at 3:30 PM

    We are with you. I am with you. You are an important part of our Radford family, you and your experience matter to me. As the previous post says, Love Peace and Hope will get is through this together.

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  15. Amy VNovember 10, 2016 at 3:37 PM

    You are not alone. Please feel free to reach out. Amy VanKirk, Department of Dance

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  16. AnonymousNovember 10, 2016 at 4:26 PM

    We are all in this one together. Feel free to stop by or email. I am here for you. Amy Sorensen, CHBS 3114 acressell@radford.edu

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  17. UnknownNovember 10, 2016 at 5:23 PM

    We are in this together. Feel free to contact me. Kate Brennan Waldron 358. kbrennan@radford.edu

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  18. Bob SheehyNovember 10, 2016 at 5:33 PM

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  19. Bob SheehyNovember 10, 2016 at 5:36 PM

    As community we stand together. Please see me in the Center for the Sciences, 277. rsheehy@radford.edu

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  20. AnonymousNovember 10, 2016 at 6:00 PM

    We are ONE. Please stop by B166 Peters. I am here to be non-judgmental, to sit in silence, and to listen with an open heart. We will get through this moment in history together as a cohesive and supportive family. Pam Frasier pfrasier2@radford.edu

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  21. ARTGUYNovember 10, 2016 at 6:20 PM

    I believe if we support each other there is strength in those numbers! We can freely share our fears and frustrations and find compassion and a commitment toward knowing together we will move forward with dignity and pride. My door is always open to anyone who needs my help, support, or encouragement! Richard J. Bay rjbay@radford.edu

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  22. Michael J. MeindlNovember 11, 2016 at 4:42 AM

    I/We are here for you. My door is always open. CHBS-2121. mmeindl@radford.edu

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  23. Teresa Lopez Dickens, tdickens2@radford.edu; Kyle Hall 253November 11, 2016 at 5:01 AM

    United we stand. My door is always open, feel free to drop by anytime. Peace.

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  24. AnonymousNovember 11, 2016 at 5:26 AM

    We are in this together. I have an open door and everyone is welcome.

    Corey Cassidy
    cherd@radford.edu; Waldron 341
    Waldron College of Health and Human Services

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  25. AnonymousNovember 11, 2016 at 5:53 AM

    Please stop by my office if you need to talk, Waldron 210.

    Consider wearing a safety pin as a symbol of your willingness to stand up against hate and be a safe place for everyone: https://www.good.is/articles/safety-pin-america-trump-brexit

    Kerry Fay Vandergrift
    kvandergrift@radford.edu

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  26. Roy BaugherNovember 11, 2016 at 6:35 AM

    After reading this, I couldn't help but remember these words from Yoda in the Star Wars film, "The Emipre Strikes Back":

    "For my ally is the Force, and a powerful ally it is. Life creates it, makes it grow. Its energy surrounds us and binds us. Luminous beings are we, not this crude matter."

    *We* are the Force. I'm your ally.

    http://mashable.com/2016/11/10/safety-pins-for-allyship/#hDXsTjpmVqqH

    https://mic.com/articles/153212/artist-marie-shirine-yener-made-a-comic-for-bystanders-who-witness-anti-muslim-harassment#.orcUSkhCI

    Roy Baugher
    rbaugher@radford.edu
    Clinical Sim Center, RHEC
    [semi-artist, semi-vinyl-record-collector, semi-Star-Wars-nerd]

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  27. AnonymousNovember 11, 2016 at 7:08 AM

    When We are together no one can intimidate us. We have value and We stand together. All are welcome in Anthropological Sciences.
    Cassady Urista
    cjyoder@radford.edu
    CS 081

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  28. AnonymousNovember 11, 2016 at 12:32 PM

    Whenever I faced great times of adversity, I had the support of others to get me through. I am here to support you.
    If you need someone to listen or talk to, my inbox is always open.
    jjackson134@radford.edu
    English Department
    Justine Jackson

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  29. UnknownNovember 11, 2016 at 2:01 PM

    Kindness, compassion, understanding, support, and a listening, nonjudgmental ear are always available. May all of us be at ease...
    Alan Forrest, Counselor Education/Peace Studies
    aforrest@radford.edu

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  30. UnknownNovember 11, 2016 at 2:01 PM

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  31. Alyssa ArcherNovember 11, 2016 at 2:39 PM

    I see you, and am here to listen, support and advocate for you.
    Alyssa Archer
    McConnell Library
    aarcher2@radford.edu

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