(From Marquette Tribune) – Marquette students are redefining what it means to “take a walk in someone else’s shoes” on campus today.
In fact, they aren’t wearing shoes at all.
They’re participating in “One Day Without Shoes,” a nationwide effort to spread awareness about those in third world countries who cannot afford shoes. Sponsored by TOMS Shoes, the campaign also aims to bring attention to podoconiosis, a disfiguring disease caused by walking barefoot in volcanic soil.
Matt Hetrick, a sophomore in the College of Arts & Sciences, is organizing the Marquette event. As of press time, 981 students declared their support for the event on its Facebook page. Hetrick is encouraging all students to step out and support the cause.
“Rain or shine, I’m doing it,” he said. “Families that can’t afford shoes have to do it, and they deal with it. That’s what I’m doing — walking in the footsteps of the children who have to do this everyday.”
Since students may not be allowed to walk barefoot within indoor facilities, Hetrick is asking participants to slip a pair of sandals inside their bags and follow proper health codes — specifically when entering a cafeteria.
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