The Tunnel of Oppression -- an event to raise awareness about oppression in America -- was showcased in the University of Washington's student union building (HUB). Posted on 02/08/2006 10:15:10 AM PST by Patriot62
The Tunnel of Oppression -- an event to raise awareness about oppression in America -- was showcased in the University of Washington's student union building (HUB).
Sponsored by Housing and Food Services, the project was put together by resident advisors, resident directors and other student leaders dedicated to making oppression a known issue.
"I hope it opens up people's minds to realizing that these things do exist," said senior Kelly Ronan, project chair and resident advisor (RA).
RAs were in charge of putting together the nine rooms that exhibited various types of oppression, including educational disparities and disabilities.
Many of them felt strongly about raising awareness within the community.
"I hope that people start wanting to talk about it and think about it," said RA Kali Jensen, a junior. "I think that's the most important thing, even if we don't change their opinions."
Exhibits displayed posters with comments often heard by the oppressed group.
Large signs with statements, such as "No tears for queers" and "Thank God for AIDS," were featured in the homophobia display while "Welcome to America, now speak English" was written on the wall of the linguistics oppression room.
Other exhibits incorporated multimedia presentations including the white privilege room, which played the 2005 film Crash.
"I like how they integrated media," said Laura Knudsen, a junior. "It made it more interactive."
Others expressed their hope for change through the project.
"I think everyone should walk through the Tunnel of Oppression and maybe there will be some changes in the community and around school," said freshman Erinn Unger. "Hopefully someday there won't be a need for a Tunnel of Oppression."
The project takes place at campuses across the country, but this is its fourth year at the UW.
Though the exhibit only stands for one day, those involved said the day was an important step in changing perspectives of oppression.
"Having one day to catch a glimpse of lives of those different than us is better than not understanding difference at all," said Sarah Auditore, a junior who helped with the disabilities display.
Thanks for the ping.
I get to attend another harassment awareness class at work. We are promised a new film this time.
Das stimmt!
Wann ich kann in Deutchland besuchen. Ich spreche Deutch.
I may not speak it well but I make every effort to do so. I am a guest in their country. IT IS A MATTER OF RESPECT.
I get pretty fired up on the language thing.
No, I forgot the quotation marks and maybe a sarcasm tag for oppression. Leahy deserved it, he is an unquestionable ______head.
"Other exhibits incorporated multimedia presentations including the white privilege room, which played the 2005 film Crash."
So they're just assuming that because I'm white I have "privilege". So good to know these people never stereotype anyone.
Looks like a "Rev." Phelps event.
AACK!
It's not homophobia, few people are afraid of queers. The correct term is homonauseous.
What really pissed me off is when Germans would recognize my American accent and switch to speaking English. I know they're being nice and/or want to practice their English, but I wanted to practice my verdammt German.
Ya wanna learn about oppression in America? Light up a cigarette inside the exhibit. You'll learn more than you ever wanted to know about the subject.
"Light up a cigarette inside the exhibit."
Should make a fun video.
OH MY!
This is EXACTLY like the South park episode with the intollerace death camp!
Are the leftists this stupid or is this some kind of April Fools joke?
South Park fans should faintly hear the Ballad of Lemmiwinks when looking at the tunnel in post 28
It is a matter of trying. When I encounter , errr, non citizens here that don't even try, it bothers me.
ROFLMAO
You would think people coming to live in America permanently would see it among many things as an opportunity to learn a new language. Many of them don't.
Fully indoctrinated and brainwashed leftist minion.
Aber Sie schreiben viel besser Deutsch dann ich.
I hope you someday get to visit there. I myself am addicted to Wurst. Doch, die Wurst ist sehr gut.
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