On
February 26th, between 11 and 3pm EST, Trinity University and
Clemson University Tigers for Tigers will stand together to raise awareness for the plight of
their mascot, the tiger, by hosting an national awareness event.
We
wish to introduce students to issues about tiger
conservation and empower them to join the T4T community. With less than 3200
tigers in the wild, now is our time to take action.
A
student dressed as a poacher will chase around the tiger mascot in high traffic
areas, such as the library and dining halls to generate buzz on campus. We will
be encouraging our community to take action by donating to our cause or engaging with us on twitter utilizing #saveourmascot.
“This event is a great way to show how we can
collaborate across the country, work together and save our mascot,” said Gabby
Sandigo, Co-President of Trinity T4T.
We wish to utilize the affinity for our mascot to
make a difference in its survival. Proceeds from the event will be sent to our
premier Indian partner, Tiger
Trust, and will be donated to their awareness program “Save
the Roar.”
The “Save the Roar” campaign wishes to spread
awareness to the younger generation about tiger conservation and natural
resources. In January, students of the National Tigers for Tigers Coalition
participated in a “Save
the Roar” event in Ranthambore National Park in India.
Tigers for Tigers members met with local high-school students and forest
department officials to learn about tiger conservation efforts on the ground
and discuss collaborations.
“We must change the perceptions and value of our
mascot on campus. It starts by educating members of our community and taking
action. If we can work together on an international scale to empower youth, our
efforts will have a greater impact,” said Sean Carnell, National Coordinator of
the National Tigers for Tigers Coalition.
Follow us on Twitter and use the hashtag #saveourmascot to find out how you can
help and make a difference on your campus or in your community.
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