WGS News Archives
Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID
February 26, 2010.
In this project, the ballerina, an acceptable feminine icon, and the contrasting use of dirty old boots, which the ballerina longs to wear instead of 'pinchy' slippers, symbolizes the inner comfort all human beings search for, and the suffocation and implications individuals face when placed inside a box and not allowed out. Exemplifying the desire we can all relate to, 'The Little Ballerina' exposes our internal need to fit in and please others, as well as our need to accept ourselves and be accepted for whom we are within. This visual story takes us on a journey of self-discovery and the defying of gender stereotypes. Using a personal analogy of a girl who felt there was something more than what she was brought up to be, this project demonstrates the importance of a 'live and let live' approach to life. The narrative of 'The Little Ballerina', and the corresponding series of five oil paintings, work to disrupt society's prescribed boundaries and teaches one the challenges and importance of listening to your heart.
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| November 18 |
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| Old Main 304 |
Title: "Gender Bias in The New York Times Editorial Election Coverage"
Abstract
Media coverage in political campaigns is of particular significance because it can affect people's votes. Thus, bias evident in the coverage of political candidates should be a concern for a society which values fair elections. In the 2008 general election, for the first time in 24 years, a woman was on a major party ticket. The treatment of female candidates historically has been sexist. To understand the media coverage of Sarah Palin I chose to look at editorials in The New York Times. I compared her editorial references to Joe Biden's in The Times. Then, to better understand the 2008 coverage and the treatment of gender in political campaigns, I analyzed the 1984 election. I read the editorials about Geraldine Ferraro and George Bush Sr. I looked specifically at the number of editorials that covered the candidates and how they were framed by The Times in those editorials. As a result of this research I found that the women were treated differently from the male candidates. They received substantially more coverage and were framed by their gender. The implication of these differences is that the women will have a more difficult time getting elected.
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The Women & Gender Student Club is up and going! Plan to attend this week's meeting. Snacks & fun for everyone!
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Wednesday, November 11 |
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6:00 p.m. |
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JCOM Conference room, 312 Animal Science Bldg |
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Anyone interested in gender issues |
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Help plan spring semester's Women's History Month events |
For additional information, please contact one of the club officers.
Co-Presidents
Jessica Larsen: jess.collett@aggiemail.usu.edu
Storee Powell: storee.powell@aggiemial.usu.edu
Secretary & Treasurer
Mindy Haws: mindyhaws@yahoo.com
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Check out the article in the statesmen about Lindsay and Lexie's thesis presentation.
JCOM alums urge girls to ignore media messages and 'love your body'
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Gender Jeopardy: Writing Women Back Into History
Thursday, March 25, 2010, 3-5 p.m.
Merrill-Cazier Library Conference Room (101)
2010 will be the 30th anniversary of the National Women's History Project. To celebrate Women's History Month 2010, the USU Women & Gender Studies Program will sponsor Gender Jeopardy: Writing Women Back Into History, a gameshow contest for students.
In addition, this year's celebration of women will feature a costume competition, inviting participants to dress as their favorite feminist from history. Students, staff and faculty are invited participate and small prizes will be awarded. The events are open to all USU students, faculty and staff, and the larger community.
Stay tuned for more details soon.
GLBTA
Department of History
Department of Journalism & Communication
Honors Program
Merrill-Cazier Library
Department of Sociology, Social Work & Anthropology
Women & Gender Research Institute
Women's Resource Center
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Lindsay Kite and Lexie Kite presented their thesis research to students in the JCOM/WGS 4410 & 6410 course—Gender & Mass Media, this Wednesday, Oct. 21. All WGS students and faculty were invited to attend the class lecture.
The Kite twins co-authored a master's project and visual presentation called "The (Mis)representation of Women's Bodies: A Strategy for Recognizing and Rejecting Controlling Images in Entertainment Media." |
This visual presentation is the culmination of years of research and will be presented to teen girls and young women throughout the state.
The lecture walked the audience through a strategy for recognizing how harmful and unrealistic representations of women in entertainment media have become and then identified ways to reject those stifling, demeaning images so that women can get their power back!
Do you recognize these names? Laurel Thatcher Ulrich. Alice Paul. Dorothy Arzner. Ida Lupino. Barbara McClintock. Barbara Jordan. Madeline Albright. Katharine Graham. Julie Dash, Harvey Milk. Gene Robinson. Rachel Maddow. If you don’t, you might want to consider exploring our Women & Gender Studies program at USU.
Read the full article here.
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The Barbie Bash was a complete success. The event started with Dr. Titchener's enthusiastic speech on Women and History, both informative and fun to listen to. Next, Dr. Jeannie Thomas spoke about Barbie still kick’n at 50!
The highlight of the event was Dr. Brenda Cooper's fabulous makeover by Gary Arave, a renowned makeup artist. He has been on Broadway for 10 years.
The PR Committee would like to thank Dr. Cooper for all she has done to make this event huge. We love you!
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