Audience members will be left with instructions about preventing violence in boys at a lecture sponsored by the College of Family and Consumer Sciences. James Garbarino, director of the Family Life Development Center and professor of human development at Cornell University will speak on “Lost Boys: Why Our Sons Turn Violent and How Can We Save Them” based on his book of the same title. The lecture will begin at 8 tonight in the Sun Room of the Memorial Union. The lecture will be followed by book-signing and a reception in the Sun Room, Fletcher said.Pat Miller, program coordinator for the Committee on Lectures, said Garbarino is speaking as a part of the “spring kick-off” for FCS’s all-university “Strengthening Families to Become the Best” celebration. The lecture is co-sponsored by the Institute on National Affairs, funded by the Government of the Student Body, she said.Cindy Fletcher, professor of human development and family studies, said the department is excited to have Garbarino, an internationally known researcher, appear on campus. “He is one of the leading experts on the subject of youth violence and is often sought out by the media to comment when instances of youth violence occur,” she said. One of the most important aspects of Garbarino’s studies is prevention, Fletcher said. “The issue of violence is one that permeates society, and Dr. Garbarino’s research focuses on not only understanding the problems of youth violence but how we can prevent it and intervene in the lives on young children,” she said.Paula Gmelch, program coordinator for FCS, said Garbarino will be discussing the male aspect of violence, which is often overlooked.Gmelch said this is based on preconceived male and female parenting roles, but the responsibility of raising productive citizens and leaders belongs to everyone. “I think a lot of it has to do with expecting moms do a lot more parenting than dads do,” she said. Fletcher said Garbarino was booked to speak over a year ago.”He’s a very busy man and we really are very lucky to have him come to campus,” she said.Miller said the Committee on Lectures is also excited about Garbarino’s appearance. “We’re just happy that we can work with him,” she said.