Discussion List for campus-based and allied personnel working to end gender-based violence on campus.

In response to the question about videos from the Illinois coordinator, there 
are several (including Tough Guise, with Jackson Katz), but I want to 
strongly 
recommend a new one by the Media Education Foundation. It is called Spin the 
Bottle: Sex, Lies, and Alcohol, and it features Jackson Katz, Jean Kilbourne, 
and students from W. Mass area colleges. Its focus is on the binge drinking 
culture on campuses, which we all know is linked to sexual assault. But there 
is very specific commentary on the connection between drinking and sexual 
assault. I am no longer connected with MEF, but am now teaching at one the 
colleges where students were interviewed, Westfield State College. I showed 
it 
to two classes, and it was applauded both times. One guy said, "Everything in 
that video is true." Its strength, as good as Jackson and Jean are, is the 
presence of students testifying about the booze culture. That really draws 
students in and is a great discussion starter.
They offer free previews, but you'll want to get this one, so if you have any 
of that end of fiscal year money, get it. More info. at www.mediaed.org.
Tom Gardner
Asst. Prof. Communication
Westfield State College