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Gender & Sexuality

An introductory expedition into the 2002-03 convocation series by Jo Van Arkel

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Gender & Sexuality

Dr. Jo Van Arkel introduced the 2002-03 Convocation series. The year's theme was Gender and Sexuality - a multi-facedted exploration of these essential issues.

It’s defined before we’re born, and it’s the first thing most want to know about their own child: Is it a boy or a girl? A few years later, the questions become more complicated: who do I choose to love, why, and how do I express it?

Given its place at the center of human existence, “Gender and Sexuality” is a natural choice as the theme for Drury University’s 2002-03 Convocation series. The series explores gender and sexuality from scientific, cultural, business and artistic points of view.

A discussion about gender and sexuality is not simply a discussion about those at the extremes. We have been careful to create a place in this series for mainstream topics. The purpose of Drury’s Convocation series is to spark thoughtful discussion; your active participation is welcome.

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Related Links:

Convo 2000-01: Diversity
Convo 2001-02: Origins
Media archives of past Convocations