Although WSU alumna Tamara Mobbs was not directly affected by the tsunami events in Asia Dec. 26, she still wanted to help. Mobbs already gave money toward tsunami relief organizations, but she wanted to do more. “I’m concerned with the problems that Asia is facing and want to help,” Mobbs said. “I was curious to see how other WSU students were helping. I knew I could do more with a group.” Mobbs, was one of about 30 students, community members and student organization representatives who turned out Tuesday night at the CUB to help plan a campus and community-wide fund raising week for the tsunami victims. Tsunami Relief Week will be held Jan. 31 to Feb. 5. Several campus organizations are sponsoring events in hopes to collectively raise $50,000 for the relief effort in Asia. “After the tsunami happened, people were looking for ways to contribute, ways to help and make it personal to them,” said Kristine Reeves, a coordinator and advisor for the International Center and Programs. “It’s an opportunity for groups to come together and contribute to the world as a whole.” Events include a penny drive, service auction dinner, a cultural night and a benefit concert featuring local talent. Also, a forum on the scientific and economical impact of the disaster will educate students and community members about the long term effects of the disaster. “Over 1 million people have been displaced from the disaster, lost their homes and the opportunity to work,” said Melanie Brown, director of the Community Service Learning Center. “We have a lot of expertise on campus and in a time like this, it’s important to tap into those resources and bring that perspective into people’s consciousness.” During the week, students will be able to donate clothes for a garage sale. The garage sale will be held Feb. 5 and all sales go toward the relief fund. If students cannot donate money or clothes, a pledge tree allows students to give up some item in recognition of the week. “We are looking for positive solutions so everyone can participate in some way,” Reeves said. The week’s coordinators also are working on other programs, including a fund-raising competition against other Washington colleges and universities. Reeves said the Tsunami Relief Week still needs event volunteers and everyone is invited to attend the planning meetings. Contact Reeves at 335-4223 for more information.