Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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Celebrate LGBTQIA+ History Month in October
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Feature by: LGBTQIA+ Student Services
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LGBTQIA+ History Month is a designated time to celebrate and recognize the history, achievements and struggles of the LGBTQIA+ community. It takes place in October each year and aims to raise awareness, promote inclusivity and honor the contributions of LGBTQIA+ individuals throughout history. This occasion began in 1994 when Rodney Wilson, a Missouri high school teacher, believed that a month should be dedicated to the celebration of gay and lesbian history, and October was chosen to coincide with other existing traditions, such as Coming Out Day on October 11.
Each Sunday in October, LGBTQIA+ Student Services will share LGBTQIA+ History Month information on Instagram (@lgbtqiawhitman). LGBTQIA+ Student Services will host a weekly discussion group today from Noon–1 p.m. in the Lizzie Murr Conference Room at Cleveland Commons. Tonight, the office will host “The Road to Queerness: Open Mic Night” from 4–6 p.m. in the Reid Campus Center Basement (sign up in advance).
It is important to celebrate and recognize this LGBTQIA+ History Month for several reasons:
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- Visibility and Representation
- Education and Awareness
- Validation and Empowerment
- Advocacy and Activism
- Creating Inclusive Spaces
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The full article and additional LGBTQIA+ History Month resources are available online. Read more.
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Santana-Acuña Interviewed on New Books Network
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Associate Professor of Sociology Álvaro Santana-Acuña was recently interviewed in New Books Network about the “Sociology of the Arts in Action.” Santana-Acuña co-edited the volume with Rodríguez Morató (University of Barcelona), which brings together twelve leading researchers to present new empirical and theoretical breakthroughs within the field.
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Campus Offices Close Early on Friday for Campaign Launch
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In order to ensure that Whitman staff can participate in our celebration of the campaign launch, campus offices will close early on Friday, Oct. 13 at 2 p.m. Please join us for a panel discussion in Chism Recital Hall followed by a community celebration on Ankeny Field. Both events are free and open to the public.
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“Free The People” Film Screening and More
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“Free The People” is a three-part docuseries detailing six months of the 2020 Black Lives Matter movement in Washington D.C. The filmmakers will be on campus for several related events. The first two parts will be screened on Thursday, Oct. 12 from 6–9 p.m. in Maxey Auditorium. The third part will be screened on Friday, Oct. 13 from 5–9 p.m. in Maxey Auditorium with a Q&A with the directors and a reception following. On Saturday, Oct. 14 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. there will be a workshop with the directors. (See attached flyer.)
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Visiting Writers Reading Series Event Tomorrow
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The 2023–2024 Visiting Writers Reading Series begins with a talk by Sara Nicholson on Thursday, Oct. 12 at 7 p.m. in Kimball Theatre at Hunter Conservatory. Nicholson is the author of three books of poetry and teaches in the MFA program at Boise State University. (See attached flyer.)
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Outdoor Program Announces Hike with President Bolton
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The Office of the President and the Outdoor Program invite you to take “A Walk with the President” on Saturday, Oct. 21 from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Get to know President Sarah Bolton while hiking scenic trails at Wallula Gap. Snacks will be provided. No experience necessary. Sign up and view additional trip opportunities in Compass. There are 10 more Outdoor Program trips remaining this semester.
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In celebration of Banned Books Week, Penrose Library created a display near the entrance featuring a selection of the current most-challenged books, student-created zines about banned books, and a collection of local news coverage related to the recent push to close the Columbia County Library, located just 30 miles away in Dayton, Washington. Books on display are available for checkout.
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Memorial Building, Room 205
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Reid Campus Center, Basement
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Hall of Science, Brattain Auditorium
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