Reinstein Symposium
The 24th Annual Julia Reinstein ’28 Symposium
February 12-15, 2018
Annually the Women's and Gender Studies Program organizes the Julia Reinstein Symposium, made possible by a bequest from college alumna Julia Reinstein '28, a feminist, early lesbian activist, and strong supporter of women's issues. Each year, in cooperation with Students Against Sexism and Stereotypes (SASS) invite a keynote speaker.
We also sponsor student presentations, where students present their original research and discuss their key findings with the campus community. Some symposia include workshops, film screenings, talk-backs, art exhibits, fundraising events, activist projects, or theater performances. Recent themes have included: "Women's Bodies and the Politics of Reproduction," "Uncertain Times: Women Around the World, "Elmira College, Champion of Women's Rights and Education since 1855," and "Celebrating International Women."
ALL WEEK:
Donate feminine hygiene products in the Campus Center Information Desk. All donations will be delivered to a local women’s shelter.
Monday, February 12:
- Student research panel - 3:00 p.m. Harris Hall, Room 4
Tuesday, February 13:
- Keynote presentation - "Finding Your Voice" by Michele Johnson M.S.E. '11, CEO of the YWCA of Elmira and the Twin Tiers, 12:30 p.m., Harris Hall, Room 3
- Production of The Vagina Monologues - 8:00 p.m. in Mackenzie's located inside the Campus Center
Students will be fundraising for the Sexual Assault Resource Center and the V-Day Spotlight Campaign: Ending Violence Against Women in the Workplace. Click here for more information about the Vagina Monologues.
Wednesday, February 14:
- Production of The Vagina Monologues - 4:00 p.m. in Watson Theatre
Thursday, February 15:
- Film screening - "Maya Angelou: And Still I Rise" at 5:00 p.m. in the Multi-Cultural Center located inside the Campus Center
