FHSU University Relations

Bringing attention to sensitive topics such as domestic abuse usually requires a somber attitude and an eye for tact and sensitivity. Sometimes, however, it simply needs frat boys walking around the student union and campus wearing women’s shoes.

Fort Hays State University’s fraternities will host the sixth annual “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes” event to raise awareness for the victims of sexual and domestic abuse. Proceeds will go to Jana’s Campaign and OPTIONS Domestic and Sexual Violence Services, two local organizations dedicated to fighting and exposing domestic abuse.

The pageant will be at 6 p.m. March 3 at FHSU’s Memorial Union and will feature speakers from Jana’s Campaign and OPTIONS before the culmination of the night — when men from FHSU Greek Life, student organizations, faculty, staff and athletic teams literally will walk 1 mile in women’s shoes.

Registration to walk is $15 and includes a T-shirt. Attendance is free and open to the public. For more information or registration information, contact the FHSU Center for Student Involvement at (785) 628-4664.