General | April 10, 2018

On April 13, 2018, Bethune-Cookman University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics will host the 2018 Walk a Mile in Her Shoes (BCU edition). We are asking the men of BCU and Central Florida to strap on a pair of heels and join us as we walk a mile to take a stance to end violence against women. This year's goal is to not only bring awareness, but also to raise $5,000 to support the Harbor House of Central Florida. The walk will begin by the Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune statue, which is located next to the Mary McLeod Bethune Performing Arts Center, and will continue throughout campus for approximately one mile. Men participating in the event are encouraged to wear heels during the event. Women are asked to wear sneakers and show support.

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*** All proceeds will be donated to Harbor House of Central Florida***
 
Schedule of Events
(Fri., April 13, 2018)
1 p.m. – Check-In/Registration
1:30 p.m. – Welcome, Prayer, and Keynote Speakers
2 p.m. – Walk begins at the Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune statue by the Performing Arts Center
3 p.m. – Walk ends (water, snacks and music to close out)
 
Registration
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Shoe Donation
To help support the brave men who will participate in this endeavor, we are currently collecting heeled shoes – sizes 11 and higher for this year's event. Shoe donations can be dropped off in the Office of Student-Athlete Support which is located in the Michael & Libby Johnson Center for Civic Engagement. Contact Youdlyne Renard at (386) 481- 2234 or (386) 316- 1370, Monday thru Friday from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. for assistance.
 
FAQs

1. What is Walk a Mile in Her Shoes? Walk a Mile in Her Shoes BCU edition is a community event modeled after Walk a Mile in Her Shoes®, The International Men's March to Stop Rape, Sexual Assault & Gender Violence, a project of Venture Humanity, Inc. and a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation. More information can be found at www.walkamileinhershoes.org.
2. What is the Harbor House of Central Florida? It offers a 24-hour crisis hotline, shelter, counseling, legal advocacy, and other services to literally thousands of people. Harbor House seeks to eliminate domestic abuse in Central Florida by providing safety, shelter, empowerment, education and justice.
3. What size shoe do I need? Add two sizes to your men's size to get your size in ladies. Please download the "buy your own shoes" pdf for additional tips.
4. Do I need to buy shoes? We are collecting shoes for donation. Most likely we will have some available during the day of the walk. However, they will go quickly. Visit various thrift stores to buy shoes, then donate the shoes to BCU Athletics for next year's walk.
5. Do you know some sites or places I can purchase shoes from? Check out these links: http://prettytallstyle.com/tall-girls- resource/large-size- womens-shoes- retailers/ and https://www.shoecup.com/
6. Are men the only ones who can participate? EVERYONE can participate!!!
7. What if it rains? If it is a light, misty rain, then we will still walk. Otherwise, the rain date will be determined at a later time. Check back on www.bcuathletics.com or call 386-481- 2234 for rain cancellations.