Mother of Matthew Shepard to Discuss Violence Prevention on Oct. 7

Five years ago, 21-year-old Matthew Shepard?s death at the hands of homophobes sparked vigils, rallies and discussions nationwide. On the anniversary of the day that the University of Wyoming student was found strapped to a fence, beaten and tortured, his mother will speak at Cal Poly Pomona about the lasting legacy of hope and compassion he leaves behind.