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Page Revised Strategic Plan unveiled Rudis explores everything Page CAS faculty and students learn about the revised Strategic Plan for the Senior Jessica Rudis takes advantage of all opportunities and 3 College. experiences. 8 THE SIMMON S VOICE SINCE 1922 APRIL 17, 2008 VOLUME 88 Iss UE 18 Black women must reclaim their image, Hill says Black Alumnae/i Symposium 2008 hosts Anita Hill as the keynote speaker By Beth Maclin women must be seen, heard, and STAFF WRITER recognized for the leadership and insight we offer,” she said. “Black Black women face the challenge of women are neither the overbearing redefining and reclaiming their im- shrews of the Moynihan report nor age in American society, according Ronald Reagan’s lazy cheats nor to Anita Hill, professor of Social Bill Clinton’s irresponsible free- Policy, Law, and Women’s Studies loaders, and most importantly, we at Brandeis University. are not Don Imus’ nappy-headed Hill gave the first keynote hoes.” lecture of the Black Alumnae/i The first pledge Hill outlined Symposium 2008, titled “The was moving beyond the idea of just Power of Our Presence: African getting access to education. “We American Women Building Com- can’t stop the access drive, but munities, Families, Ourselves,” at we’ve got to build on the drive,” Friday’s luncheon, the first large she said. Hill called for a change in event of the weekend. curriculum, how the curriculum is “If we are serious about hav- delivered, and the environment in ing a conversation about either which it is delivered. “We’ve got race or gender in this country, but to develop a better sense of educa- tional equality.” BETH MACLIN particularly if we’re serious about Thirty-two members of the Simmons community joined in the national lie-in against easy access to guns on the one- both, black women along with oth- The second pledge is to inte- year anniversary of the Virginia Tech massacre. For the full article, read the May 1 issue of the Simmons Voice. er women of color must be reflected grate America, one workplace at a in our leadership,” Hill said. “The time. Hill said that the workplace women in this room embody both, is important because of how one’s Senate president discusses and they, like no one else, can have job defines a person and how they that conversation without having fit into society. “When we think of the two competing with each other slavery, when we think about Jim challenges women face in politics as to which one is the worst.” Crow, when we think about all of By Corinne Aia remained constant over the past a woman’s lipstick and what she Hill outlined five pledges she the burdens of race and gender in STAFF WRITER five years. Murray said that “any looks like, than with her political thought black women needed to the past, the workplace was where road block can be overcome with experience and qualifications. take to reverse the image of black its impact, in many ways, was most Current Massachusetts Senate drive and determination.” “Women are often perceived women, specifically the one out- profound because it held us from President Therese Murray dis- as being too emotional, or not lined in the Department of Labor’s any opportunity of developing eco- cussed leadership and gender in strong enough to lead,” she said. 1965 Moynihan Report, “The Ne- nomically,” she said. regards to Massachusetts state pol- Murray stressed the importance of gro Family: A Case for National “We have to continue to see itics on April 8 in the Kotzen Meet- having strong leadership skills and Action.” work as an effort to make sure that ing Center. The discussion focused “Women are often a support system of friends and The report said that the ma- all of society understands that an on the gender divide in politics and family. triarchal structure of black culture integrated society is what is best why differences still exist. Murray perceived as being Networking is one of things put black men at a disadvantage, for the entire society,” Hill said. is the first woman elected to the that Murray believes accounts for and therefore hindered the entire The third pledge is to “se- Senate seat for the Plymouth and too emotional, or the advantage men have over wom- black community from moving cure our own safe haven.” Hill said Barnstable District and is known not strong enough en in politics. She says most men forward and gaining economic black women need to be concerned for being a no-nonsense legislator. seem to support younger male can- and political equality. “Moynihan with not just what goes on in their “She is bold and brave and a power to lead.” didates because they are often able made bruising pronouncements homes, but what goes on in their to women to politics,” said Barbara to connect on certain levels, such about African-American women. streets and neighborhoods. She Lee, a Simmons alumna. ~THERE S E MURRAY , as through sports. If they went to And I believe those pronounce- also commented on the issue of Murray explained that wom- MA ss ACHU S ETT S SENATE PRE S I - the same college or know someone ments stayed in the public con- subprime mortgage rates and how en often do the hard work in poli- DENT through a friend there can also be a science even today, yet despite this that factors into the need to secure tics, only to be pushed aside so that connection there. Murray believes public shunning, African Ameri- one’s home. men can take the lead. According women should start forming their can women continued then and Hill said that saving the com- to the National Conference of State own networking system. In or continue today to believe in and munity’s soul needs to be the fourth Legislatures, 24.5 percent of legis- work toward bringing themselves pledge. She said that in traditional lators in Massachusetts are wom- Murray discussed the reasons and their families ever closer to the POLITICS see page 3 en, and they currently hold 22.5 why women are still under repre- American dream of equality,” Hill HILL see page 3 percent of legislative seats in the sented in politics. She believes that said. United States. This percentage has society is more concerned with “We must demand that black INSIDE THIS WEEK Simmons student to run Marathon Batman returns Know what enonyms are? Sophomore Michele Simaitis will participate in the an- Catch the new Batman movie that opens on May 2. Do you ever wonder where the word “cardigan” comes nual Boston Marathon on Monday. from? Sid Berger knows. 5 . 10 . 12 2 THE SIMMON S VOICE NEWS APRIL 17, 2008 The Simmons SIMMON S IN BRIEF Voice Residence Life remakes Housing sElection Chocolate Seder offers Passover introduction Editor-in-Chief This year’s housing selection process will continue to build off of the suc- Simmons Hillel hosted the Chocolate Seder last Tuesday to celebrate Beth Maclin cess of last year’s process, according to Jessica Faulk, assistant director Passover and educate the community about the Jewish holiday. More than [email protected] of Residence Life. Faulk has led a team that has reduced the process from 50 people participated in the two-hour meal in Simmons Hall. According multiple hours to less than an hour for some students. After the success of to Hillel director Ailene Gerhardt, several students sang the four ques- Managing Editor last year’s Red Sox theme, there will be an election theme this year. Other tions, which are traditionally recited by the youngest child at the table. Renée Frojo [email protected] changes this year include “the first-ever Suite & Apartment Matching “It was an amazing moment! Thanks to our student leaders for offering a Night; specially designed election lottery cards; and an extensive Elec- fantastic way to educate the Simmons community about Passover and it’s tion themed website with FAQ, room photos, online room availability, off traditions,” Gerhardt said in an e-mail. News Editor campus resources, and Voter Registration information,” Faulk said in an Traci Farrell [email protected] e-mail. There will also be a QuickTime video online that explains how the room selection process night will work. “Putting all of this together has been a ton of hard work, but I feel that by equipping residents with Assistant News Editor more current and relevant information in advance through our website Lucía Cordón [email protected] and making the actual experience more fun, it should make going through the process more rewarding for all,” Faulk said. Sports&Fitness Editor Carley Caldas Simmons senior gets College’s first [email protected] Fulbright Health&Sciences Editor Simmons senior Chelsea Graham has been awarded a Fulbright award, AILENE GERHARDT Kym Tran one of the most prestigious academic research scholarships. Graham, [email protected] who will graduate in May with degrees in biochemistry and Spanish, will Students travel to enjoy Korean barbeque use the award to study maternal diabetes in Mexico City, according to a Features Editor Simmons press release. Graham, who has worked in the Latino Initiative As part of Asian Awareness Month, the Asian Student Association (ASA) Kristin Pitts Program at the Joslin Diabetes Center, will analyze self-care practices hosted an outing to Yasu Japanese Sushi and Korean BBQ Restaurant [email protected] of women with gestational diabetes at the Instituto Nacional de Perina- in Brookline, Mass. ASA’s executive board and general members were tologia in Mexico City.

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