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He began the lecture by having those present participate in an association exercise involving writing down what comes to mind when the words Уfootball playerФ or УprofessorФ are mentioned. This activity demonstrated how assumptions concerning particular groups have already been formed in society, he said. When most people think of a student athlete, they automatically think of an African American, according to Harrison. He stressed the importance of recognizing the diversity within the black community. У50 percent of black male athletes in higher education are not from the inner city,Ф he said. Recognizing student athletes for academic achievements, as well as athletic will create a balance, Harrison added. УPeople in power positions need to be careful about making rules which affect others of different perspectives,Ф he said of a rule made against celebration in games. For instance, football players will receive penalties for gestures made in the end zone, according to Harrison. These rules, according to Harrison, were directed specifically toward the black players. УThose of African descent are emotional and artistic. This comes out in a lot of things they do, including sports. Black athletes have emotional outbursts as a result of the celebratory feeling,Ф said Ivan Guillory, who attended the lecture. Guillory agreed the rule against celebration in football games was targeted at black players. In respect to the rule, Harrison feels there is a line the athlete crosses when his celebration involves taunting other players, though. УI think there needs to be other vehicles for black American males to express themselves,Ф Harrison said. Guillory also said there is a need for expression, but Уa line should be not to get in someoneТs face and pick a fight.Ф Kristi Metoyer, a graduate student who attended the lecture, feels the problem is larger than the debate over dances and hand gestures on the playing field. УThe issue is how society validates black men. There is a negative connotation to black men, and because of the way society is, and how African Americans are portrayed I donТt see a change,Ф she said. Still, Harrison said white athletes are discriminated against as well, which is why perspectives from all ethnic groups should be acknowledged. УCultural sensitivity and an understanding of people from different environments is important,Ф he said. Harrison did offer a number of solutions to dispel the myths surrounding student athletes. Included in the list were communicating with classmates and professors, keeping up with papers, projects and exams and attending class regularly. УInteract in class at all times in a positive and scholarly manner. Joking, talking and other rude behaviors only reinforce the stereotype of student athletes,Ф Harrison offered. TodayТs society demonstrates a lack of understanding of male issues, according to Harrison. 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