For Immediate Release						May 13, 1996
 
Lawrence University Hosts Annual AIDS Candlelight Memorial/Mobilization 
 
 
	APPLETON, WIS. - The Lawrence University AIDS Awareness Task Force will
host Appleton's observance of the International AIDS Candlelight Memorial and
Mobilization Sunday, May 19 at 10 p.m. on the Main Hall Green.  In the event of
rain, the ceremony will be moved to Riverview Lounge in the Lawrence Memorial
Union. 
	Nearly 300 cities in the United States and more than 40 other countries
will participant in the annual memorial.  The world's largest annual grassroots
AIDS event, the candlelight memorial and mobilization began in San Francisco in
1983 and honors the memory of those who have died of AIDS, demonstrates support
for people living with HIV and AIDS and mobilizes community involvement in the
fight against HIV/AIDS.
	The candlelight memorial will provide information on locally provided
HIV/AIDS services as well as area volunteer opportunities.  Participants
attending the memorial are encouraged to bring candles and cups to shield the
flame.  A limited supply of candles and cups will be available at the event for
those who can't provide their own.	
	The theme of this year's observance is "AIDS Discrimination Is a Global
Epidemic."  Discrimination caused by fear, ignorance and misconceptions about
AIDS promotes, rather than prevents, the spread of the disease.  
	For further information about the candlelight memorial or to volunteer
to help organize or staff the event, contact Paul Lamb, 414/832-7763.


Contact:  Rick Peterson, Manager of News Services, 414/832-6590