We don't want to take this lightly. Cockrille said, although she doesn't want to minimize this act of hate, she also doesn't want to predict the situation will escalate to violence. White isn't predicting violence either, but said he is afraid it could turn to that if something isn't done. Forums discussing homophobia and hate are among the ideas White said he will suggest to Cockrille as a way to combat the current problem. A forum sounds like good idea to Cockrille.
Universities are for growing and learning and respect is a part of it.
The first step is to replace the posters with a more strong message, Sutton said. Every basher will tell you they hate fags, but it may take them years to tell you that they are gay. The flier could stir a controversy, White said, but apparently the previous ones did as well. We don't see them every year. This flurry, however, indicates intolerance is alive and well.