Haitian Relief

Following the 7.0 earthquake that has devastated Haiti, Columbus State University students, faculty and staff have organized a relief effort that involves collecting resources for the victims and an information campaign to deepen the local understanding of Haitian society and inspire a long-term commitment to helping rebuild the island republic just 700 miles from U.S. shoreline.

All for Haiti Lecture, Reception, 6-8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 29, Schuster Center

The Honors Program presents Red Cross and university representatives, including CSU President Tim Mescon, discussing the earthquake and relief effort. Refreshments provided by Chick-fil-A. Donations collected at the door for distribution by the Red Cross. 706-565-3677

KAPPA iKARE Charity Basketball Event, 7-10 p.m. Friday, Jan. 29, Woodruff Gym

Admission — as a spectator or participant — will be $1 and-or non-perishable food items. Anyone can participate. Competitions include three-point shoot out, two-person relay races and a slam-dunk contest.

Related CSU News stories:

Columbus State Participates in Haiti Relief Effort (Overview)

CSU Launches ‘Haiti in our Backyard’ Lecture-Film Series

Haitian-Born CSU Professor Finally Hears from Parents

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