USF to host “Feminism: Voices & Visions” as part of Women’s History Month

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—The University of Saint Francis invites the public to “Feminism: Voices & Visions,” a free event from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 29 in Achatz Hall of Science and John and Toni Murray Research Center on the campus, 2701 Spring Street.

The event, which helps celebrate Women’s History Month, will be held in the Parkview Physicians Group Auditorium, Room 226. Achatz Hall of Science and John and Toni Murray Research Center is located south of St. Francis Chapel.

“Feminism: Voices & Visions” will feature an evening of art, poetry and voices celebrating and exploring different themes in feminism. Students, staff and faculty will read from a selection of feminist literature, share art and offer insight into how efforts within feminism are rooted in our everyday lives.

The event will feature three “acts,” with opportunities for discussion at the end. Light snacks will be available.

For more information, contact Assistant Professor of English and Writing Center Director Chelsie McCorkle at cmccorkle@sf.edu or 260-399-7700, ext. 6347.

Founded in 1890 in the Catholic Franciscan tradition, the University of Saint Francis offers more than 60 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs through the College of Health Sciences and the College of Arts, Sciences and Business. In addition to its traditional programs, USF designs focused curricula for working adults in Fort Wayne, Crown Point and online. USF Downtown houses the music technology program while offering enhanced internship and networking opportunities for students. The University of Saint Francis, recognized as an NAIA Five-Star Champion of Character institution, has 18 athletic programs boasting two individual and four team NAIA national championships. Approximately 1,900 students from a broad geographic region attend USF.