Past Women's Studies Events

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Shelby Knox is a politically conservative, deeply religious, Southern Baptist teenager who joins the Lubbock Youth Commission, a group of high school students representing a youth voice in city government. When the teens confront Lubbock's sexual health crisis and campaign for comprehensive sex education, Shelby throws herself into the fight with missionary fervor, struggling to reconcile her newfound political beliefs with her conservative religious views.

For more information visit The Education of Shelby Knox Official Website.
Or view the trailer!

The Good Asian Drivers broke into the national spotlight in 2008 when slam poet Kit Yan and songwriter Melissa Li launched an unforgettable cross-country tour, playing in over 30 states in 12 weeks. Together, this performance powerhouse emerged from their breakthrough debut as one of the most electrifying artists of their generation.Melissa Li's music, a catchy blend of folk-rock and pop, has been heralded for its honest lyrics and bold sound. Kit Yan's spoken word tackles race and gender with candor, eloquence, and humor.Along with their award-winning performance, Li and Yan will be hosting an interactive workshop dealing with gender, sexuality, race, class and activism.

For more information, visit the official Good Asian Drivers website.

The Hook-up Generation: The Connection Between Hooking-up and How It Makes Us Feel about Our Bodies

A Love Your Body Week Event Sponsored by the Women's Studies Program

Performance of Eve Ensler's THE GOOD BODY

A Love Your Body Event Sponsored by the Women's Studies Program

Your body is a good body...love your good body!

Film Screening of The Business of Being Born

Followed by a Discussion with Director Abby Epstein, Author Tina Cassidy, and Local Midwife Susan Cassel.

The Business of Being Born takes an in-depth look at the historical, social, and political aspects surrounding birth. Executive Producer Ricky Lake and Director Abby Epstein enthusiastically educate about birthing practices focusing on natural home birth; in addition to their personal narratives, interviews with doctors, midwives, and academics explore the current climate of birth in the United States.

The Business of Being Born has won many film making awards and can be rented from Netflix.

To Learn More Visit The Business of Being Born Official Website.
Or Watch the Trailer.