A wood frame, cardboard stapled and nailed to the frame and newspaper used as insulation is all the volunteers have to protect them from the elements of unpredictable Kansas weather. I've never stayed outside in a cardboard box before. The project, which began at 8 a.m. yesterday, will continue through tomorrow. Monetary donations will be accepted at the shack and in the union from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. all three days. Gift certificates will also be raffled off during the week.
Awareness is half of the solution.
If we're not aware, we're less apt to help. Currier said the project will be a real eye opener for the students. People should keep in mind that 94 percent of homeless people are not there by choice, she said. The idea for the project was proposed by Gordon who witnessed the success of a similar program at Oklahoma State where he was earned his undergraduate degree. I think this is one way to give back to the community.