Here's another way to pass the torch.

Modify the Make a Commitment postcard exercise, instead asking graduating seniors to fill out postcards addressed to first-year and transfer students. (Use the model postcards found in our Resources section.)

Seniors can use these postcards to share experiences of campus advocacy and activism, or to highlight areas and issues that need continued vigilance.

• "Please make sure the administration follows through on its promise to hire more minority faculty members."
• "The fraternity council promised to include cultural-awareness training for its new pledges. Don't let them forget."
• "The football coach promised to make an announcement before each game asking fans not to use homophobic slurs in the school fight song. If he doesn't follow through, stage another protest to make it happen."

Fill out the postcards near the end of spring quarter or semester, then have them mailed to campus addresses in August or September.

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