Gula, Lori

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University of New HampshireUniversity of New Hampshire Scholars' RepositoryMedia Relations Administrative Offices9-22-2003Celebs Lend a Hand to UNH Domestic ViolenceAwareness EventLori GulaFollow this and additional works at: https://scholars.unh.edu/newsThis News Article is brought to you for free and open access by the Administrative Offices at University of New Hampshire Scholars' Repository. It hasbeen accepted for inclusion in Media Relations by an authorized administrator of University of New Hampshire Scholars' Repository. For moreinformation, please contact nicole.hentz@unh.edu.Recommended CitationGula, Lori, "Celebs Lend a Hand to UNH Domestic Violence Awareness Event" (2003). UNH Today. 1990.https://scholars.unh.edu/news/199010/13/17, 11(28 AMCelebs 'Lend a Hand' to UNH Domestic Violence Awareness EventPage 1 of 2http://www.unh.edu/delete/news/news_releases/2003/september/lg_20030922hand.htmlRelated LinksSHARPPUNH Residential LifeUNH HousingCelebs 'Lend a Hand' to UNH Domestic Violence AwarenessEventContact: Lori Gula603-862-0574UNH Media RelationsSept. 22, 2003DURHAM, N.H. – Some of the world’s most well-known Hollywood stars and sports heroes arelending a hand to help raise money at the University of New Hampshire as part of theuniversity’s observance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month.The UNH departments of SHARPP (the Sexual Harassment and Rape Prevention Program),Residential Life and Housing have organized a campus and community wide program titled“These Hands Weren’t Made for Hurting,” which includes a raffle of celebrity memorabilia,autographed pictures and tracings of celebrity hands Tuesday, Sept. 30, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., inthe Memorial Union Building Strafford Room.The primary goal of the program is to educate individuals about the many issues that surrounddomestic violence. Information on the program and an invitation to participate has been sent toall UNH employees and students, as well as many community organizations and local schools.Participants trace their hands, decorate the traced hand and sign a pledge that states “this handrepresents my pledge to use my hands, voice, and mind to keep others safe, strong, and free.” “ The leading cause of severe injury to American women between 18 and 44 years old isdomestic violence. This is more than car accidents and muggings combined, and it is 100 percentpreventable. Also according to a Department of Justice Report, a man is battered somewhere inAmerica every 37.8 seconds. As a result, we must provide people with the information they needto build health and safe relationships,” says Margaret Scheitheir, coordinator of “These HandsWeren’t Made for Hurting” project. Celebrities supporting the project include:Coffee table book signed by sports superstar Michael Jordan, CD from musician DaveBrubeck, signed book from anthropologist Jane Goodall, CD and signed photograph fromsinger Jordan Knight, a shirt from comedian Paula Poundstone, and a hat from newswoman Paula Zahn.Signed pictures of actress Lauren Bacall, actor Robert DiNero, actor Richard Dryfuss,musician Chubby Checker, actress Calista Flockhart, Olympian Peggy Flemming, singerSammy Hagar, hockey superstar Wayne Gretsky, Olympian Dan Jansen, Olympian BruceJenner (also submitted traced hand), horror author Dean Koontz (also submitted tracedhand), singer Averil Lavigne, singer Annie Lennox, comedian Jay Leno, politician JoeLieberman, TV host Ed McMahon, former Gen. Oliver North, actor Tony Randall,10/13/17, 11(28 AMCelebs 'Lend a Hand' to UNH Domestic Violence Awareness EventPage 2 of 2http://www.unh.edu/delete/news/news_releases/2003/september/lg_20030922hand.htmlmembers of the band REM, actress Susan Sarandon, singer George Straight, model CherylTiegs, actor John Travolta, actor Jon Voight and actress Raquel Welch.Traced and signed hands from racecar legend Mario Andretti, actor Gary Busey, comicDom DeLuise, actor Desi Arnez Jr., politician Michael Dukakis and his wife KittyDukakis, actress Olympia Dukakis, comedian Jeff Foxworthy, singer Bruce Hornsby,singer Averil Levine, Tonight Show host Jay Leno, actor Matthew McConnahay and actorDick VanDykeHands will be on display throughout the day Tuesday, Sept. 30. Individuals will be able to viewthe displayed hands, create one of their own, and enter for chances to win the celebritymemorabilia, autographed pictures and traced hands. All proceeds benefit A Safe Place ofPortsmouth, a nonprofit organization providing services to victims of domestic violence. If you would like further information or are interested in making a donation, please contactMargaret Scheitheir, The Gables, University of New Hampshire, 40 Gables Way, Durham, NH 03824, (603) 862-2798.

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