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March 3, 2005

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ESU celebrates Women's History Month

By Becky Lundblom
Student Public Affairs and Marketing

Women have fought for equal rights, demanded equal pay, slashed conventional stereotypes and made tremendous strides in America . In honor of the many contributions and sacrifices, Emporia State University will celebrate March, National Women's History Month, through a variety of programs and events designed to recognize women and educate the community and future generations about the vital roles women of the past, present and future play.

The "Vagina Monologues," a student-directed production to raise awareness of violence against women kicked off the month's events.

An opening reception will be held tomorrow at 3:00 p.m. at the Sauder Alumni Center . The Ruth Schillinger Award will be presented to ESU mathematics professor Dr. Connie Schrock.

"The Ruth Schillinger award is ESU's most prestigious award for service to women. It goes to someone who has exhibited the sustained contribution to the welfare of ESU women," said Ginny Higgins, director of ethnic/gender studies.

At 7 p.m. , Mary Daly will present the keynote address entitled "Amazon Grace: Re-Claiming the Courage to Sin Big." Daly is an internationally known author who has spoken at over 300 universities.

"We're very lucky to have her. She will be a challenging if not a controversial speaker. I think she'll shake up this campus," Higgins said. A reception and a book signing will follow the lecture. For free tickets call the office of Ethnic/Gender Studies at 341-5661.

"It is important to recognize the spirit and achievements of women. So much of the time, these things are overlooked. History books seem to focus on wars and males and what they believe. Sparse attention is given to women and their achievements," Higgins said. "This is a celebration that reminds us we have accomplishments. We have an indomitable spirit that flourishes despite obstacles; and Women's History Month celebrates that spirit."

Other events include art shows, lectures, speakers, dramatizations and films. For a complete list of events visit http://www.emporia.edu/ethngend/calendar.html or call the office of Ethnic/Gender Studies at 341 - 5661.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

•  All Month: Women's History Month Tribute by ESU Art Students. Display located in the Skyline Dining Room Gallery.

•  3rd: German Film (TBA) with English subtitles. 7 p.m. in Roosevelt Hall (Room TBA), contact Rick Chamberlin at 341-5902.

•  4th: Women's History Month Reception at the Sauder Alumni Center from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.

•  4th: Dr. Mary Daly "Amazon Grace: Re-Claiming the Courage to Sin Big", Heath Recital Hall within Beach Music Hall at 7:00 p.m.

•  6th: June Underwood, Fiber Art Opening at Euphoria (5th & Mechanic) from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

•  7th: Mary Headrick and Susan B. Anthony Award Ceremony, Kanza Room within Memorial Union at 7:00 p.m.

•  8th: June Underwood, Fiber art demonstration with students, KI 109 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

•  8th: International Women's Day, 3:30 p.m. , Memorial Union (room TBA), contact Ellen Hansen at 341-5576.

•  8th and 9th: French film (English subtitles), "Since Otar Left," at 7:00 p.m. in Science Hall 72.

•  9th -12th: "Proof" (ESU Theatre mainstage production) Karl C. Bruder Theatre at 8:00 p.m. Paid admission is required. Contact the ESU Theatre Box Office for tickets: (620)342-5376.

•  9th: Women's History Month video: "Spirit of Women" Visser Hall Room 330 at 11:45 a.m.

•  9th: Women's History Performance: Diana Eichkoff as Clarina Nichols ( Kansas suffragist and abolitionist), Webb Lecture Hall within Memorial Union at 7:00 p.m.

•  11th: Textile Arts displayed at 12:00 p.m. at Memorial Union Mainstreet.

•  12th: "Spanning Your Horizons in Mathematics and Science" (conference for middle-school girls), day-long event located within Science Hall. Contact Betsy Yanik at 341-5630 for more information.

•  14th: African-American WHM skit and presentation located in the Flint Hills room of Memorial Union. Event begins at 6:00 p.m.

•  17th: Amy Fleury (reading from her creative works). Located in the Messenger room of Memorial Union from 4:00 - 5:30 p.m.

•  29th and 30th: French film (English subtitles), "Cet Amour-la," begins at 7:00 p.m. in SH 72.

•  31st: Hispanic Women's Discussion with guest Kimberly Hernandez, Multicultural Specialist for USD 253. Discussion to be held at 1:00 p.m. in the Women's Center (211 S. Morse).

 

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