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Political strategies of suffragettes highlighted during Constitution Day CelebrationAssociate Professor of History Kyle Ciani has a simple message for future activists. “We’re in it for the long haul. Nothing’s going to happen overnight,” Ciani said. “This is about being committed to an issue and following through on that issue.” Ciani offered this message to an audience of [...]

Feminist Fridays provide space for critical conversationThe new event from Women’s and Gender Studies aims to provide a space for critical conversations to continue outside the classroom.

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Equal Pay: Behind the Rally Cry panel set for August 22From U.S. women's soccer to protesters in the streets, the rally cry for equal pay can be heard around the globe. A panel will address issues surrounding equal pay and encourage audience discussion.

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Redbirds honored as Women of DistinctionSeven Redbirds were among the 34 nominees honored during the YWCA of McLean County's annual Women of Distinction awards banquet. Three of the seven nominees were named 2019 Women of Distinction.

Events

Social Sciences Internship/Job Fair
Wed, October 2, 2019 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ Bone Student Center Brown Ballroom III

Free Film, On the Basis of Sex
Wed, October 9, 2019 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM @ Normal Theater - Free

PUB.UNIT Presents: Poet, Editor Carmen Giménez Smith
Wed, October 30, 2019 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM @ University Galleries

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