I haven't had any 'negative' reactions from staff... I talked to many professors before Soulforce's visit, and most of them felt that the Equality Riders coming wasn't a bad thing, and that we should welcome an opportunity to see/hear different views outside the "Bubble" as MC is commonly referred to. They, however, said not to go around telling others they felt that way, because they wouldn't want the wrong person to hear, hah (I'm assuming they meant the administration....) I had a prof come up to me the day after the campus visit- a Christian Studies professor, no less!- and he expressed agreement with the fact that attitudes need to change, etc. I've only talked to one professor in particular about the article I wrote, and he liked it, so thats cool... There are professors in support, but can't be outwardly supportive without losing their jobs. Its just a matter of striking up conversations and trying to get others views on things, finding out who is 'safe'.. I know of one professor in particular who is an Ally, and would say so if asked, but doesn't broadcast it around campus. He's become a good resource, someone good to talk to and get advice from.
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