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Paula Pietrowski, Interviewed By Annie Howley, Paula K. Pietrowski
Paula Pietrowski, Interviewed By Annie Howley, Paula K. Pietrowski
MF144 Women in the Military
Paula Pietrowski, interviewed by Annie Howley, April 21, 2003. Pietrowski, age 36-37, talks about her decision to join the Coast Guard; her family and boyfriend’s reaction to her enlistment; her basic training experiences; returning to Maine for assignment; male vs. female commanding officers; tension between men and women and between women; minorities in the Coast Guard; sexual harassment; whether women should be included in the next draft; how she spent her leisure time; her discharge and transition to civilian life; rising through the ranks; gays and lesbians in the military; whether she would do it all over again; her most …
Leroy D. “Roy” Zarucchi, Interviewed By Stephen D. Rees, Jr., Part 1, Roy Zarucchi
Leroy D. “Roy” Zarucchi, Interviewed By Stephen D. Rees, Jr., Part 1, Roy Zarucchi
MF087 Vietnam Veterans Oral History
Leroy D. “Roy” Zarucchi, interviewed by Stephen D. Rees, Jr. at Troy, Maine on July 10, 1999. Zarucchi talks about his background growing up in an Oakland, California household where Italian was his first language, his view of the military, the draft, and "cannon fodder," his first job teaching English and Latin after graduating from college and facing the news that a pending salary increase would be conversely proportional to his low wages, making the decision to enter Air Force officer training school. He discusses basic training at Lackland Air Force Base, opting to go into navigator training, being assigned …
Leroy D. “Roy” Zarucchi, Interviewed By Stephen D. Rees, Jr., Part 2, Roy Zarucchi
Leroy D. “Roy” Zarucchi, Interviewed By Stephen D. Rees, Jr., Part 2, Roy Zarucchi
MF087 Vietnam Veterans Oral History
Leroy D. “Roy” Zarucchi, interviewed by Stephen D. Rees, Jr. at Troy, Maine on July 10, 1999. Zarucchi talks about his background growing up in an Oakland, California household where Italian was his first language, his view of the military, the draft, and "cannon fodder," his first job teaching English and Latin after graduating from college and facing the news that a pending salary increase would be conversely proportional to his low wages, making the decision to enter Air Force officer training school. He discusses basic training at Lackland Air Force Base, opting to go into navigator training, being assigned …
Leroy D. “Roy” Zarucchi, Interviewed By Stephen D. Rees, Jr., Part 3, Roy Zarucchi
Leroy D. “Roy” Zarucchi, Interviewed By Stephen D. Rees, Jr., Part 3, Roy Zarucchi
MF087 Vietnam Veterans Oral History
Leroy D. “Roy” Zarucchi, interviewed by Stephen D. Rees, Jr. at Troy, Maine on July 10, 1999. Zarucchi talks about his background growing up in an Oakland, California household where Italian was his first language, his view of the military, the draft, and "cannon fodder," his first job teaching English and Latin after graduating from college and facing the news that a pending salary increase would be conversely proportional to his low wages, making the decision to enter Air Force officer training school. He discusses basic training at Lackland Air Force Base, opting to go into navigator training, being assigned …
Intersections Of Environmentalism, Chemistry, And Racism: An Experimental Study Of Halobenzene Hydrogenolysis And Critical Communication Studies Of Equitable Learning Practices Rooted In Black Feminism, Lauren O. Babb
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
Increasing concentrations of fluorinated aromatic compounds in surface water, groundwater, and soil pose threats to the environment. Fundamental studies that elucidate mechanisms of dehalogenation for C-X compounds (where X represents a halide) are required to develop effective remediation strategies. For halogenated benzenes, previously published research has suggested that the strength of the C-X bond is not rate-determining in the overall rate of dehalogenation. Instead, the rate-determining step has been hypothesized to be adsorption of the C-X compound onto the surface of a catalyst. Building on this hypothesis, in this work, we examine the reaction kinetics of fluorobenzene conversion to benzene, …
Umaine Office For Diversity And Inclusion Stop Aapi Hate. Reject White Supremacy Email, University Of Maine Office For Diversity And Inclusion
Umaine Office For Diversity And Inclusion Stop Aapi Hate. Reject White Supremacy Email, University Of Maine Office For Diversity And Inclusion
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Email from the UMaine Office for Diversity and Inclusion with various details of the Office's work and violent and discriminatory acts leveled against Asian people in America.
The Double Standard: Protest Coverage And Racial Bias Webpage, University Of Maine Clement And Linda Mcgillicuddy Humanities Center
The Double Standard: Protest Coverage And Racial Bias Webpage, University Of Maine Clement And Linda Mcgillicuddy Humanities Center
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Screenshot of a webpage for the event "The Double Standard: Protest Coverage and Racial Bias" which featured McGillicuddy Humanities Center Fellow Leela Stockley presenting her research on racial bias in the media in relation to recent Black Lives Matter protests as part of Black History Month.
The Atlantic Black Box: Reckoning With New England’S Complicity In The Slave Trade Event, University Of Maine Clement And Linda Mcgillicuddy Humanities Center
The Atlantic Black Box: Reckoning With New England’S Complicity In The Slave Trade Event, University Of Maine Clement And Linda Mcgillicuddy Humanities Center
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Screenshot of a webpage for the event "The Atlantic Black Box: Reckoning with New England’s Complicity in the Slave Trade" which featured a presentation on the Atlantic Black Box, a public history project that empowers communities throughout New England to take up the critical work of researching and reckoning with the region’s complicity in the slave trade and the broader slave economy. The two presenters were Dr. Meadow Dibble and Dr. Kate McMahon.
Tarred And Feathered: Umaine’S Hidden Connection To The Red Summer Of 1919 Event, University Of Maine Clement And Linda Mcgillicuddy Humanities Center
Tarred And Feathered: Umaine’S Hidden Connection To The Red Summer Of 1919 Event, University Of Maine Clement And Linda Mcgillicuddy Humanities Center
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Screenshot of a webpage for the event "Tarred and Feathered: UMaine’s Hidden Connection to the Red Summer of 1919" which featured a talk from Karen Sieber, Humanities Specialist at the McGillicuddy Humanities Center. The event was co-sponsored by the McGillicuddy Humanities Center and the Office for Diversity and Inclusion.
Editorial: The Humanity Of Marginalized Communities Is Not Up For Political Debate, Nate Poole
Editorial: The Humanity Of Marginalized Communities Is Not Up For Political Debate, Nate Poole
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
On Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2020, one of the three Louisville police officers that shot and killed Breonna Taylor while raiding her apartment in March was indicted on three counts of wanton endangerment of Taylor’s neighbors, but not the shooting of Taylor herself. The grand jury decision quickly reignited Black Lives Matter protests and outrage in Louisville and across the U.S., and rightfully so. Kentucky law describes the charge against Officer Brett Hankinson as “extreme indifference to the value of human life.” Woefully misplaced as it is, Officer Hankinson should not be the only recipient of this indictment. Rather, the entire …
Hip-Hop's Diversity And Misperceptions, Andrew Cashman
Hip-Hop's Diversity And Misperceptions, Andrew Cashman
Honors College
The misperception that hip-hop is a single entity that glorifies wealth and the selling of drugs, and promotes misogynistic attitudes towards women, as well as advocating gang violence is one that supports a mainstream perspective towards the marginalized.1 The prevalence of drug dealing and drug use is not a picture of inherent actions of members in the hip-hop community, but a reflection of economic opportunities that those in poverty see as a means towards living well. Some artists may glorify that, but other artists either decry it or offer it as a tragic reality. In hip-hop trends build off of …
Chancellor Messages_An Imperative For Change, Dannel P. Malloy
Chancellor Messages_An Imperative For Change, Dannel P. Malloy
Chancellor
Message to the University of Maine System community from Chancellor Dannel P. Malloy affirming the University of Maine System's condemnation of racial injustice and violence against Black Americans, in light of the death of George Floyd.
President Statement Regarding Racist Messages, June 4, 2020, Joan Ferrini-Mundy
President Statement Regarding Racist Messages, June 4, 2020, Joan Ferrini-Mundy
General University of Maine Publications
Message from Joan Ferrini-Mundy, University of Maine President to the University of Maine community regarding the racist social media posts of a prospective incoming student.
President Community Message Regarding The Death Of George Floyd, May 30, 2020, Joan Ferrini-Mundy
President Community Message Regarding The Death Of George Floyd, May 30, 2020, Joan Ferrini-Mundy
General University of Maine Publications
Message from Joan Ferrini-Mundy, University of Maine President to the University of Maine community regarding the death of George Floyd and racism.
Lecturer Discusses 'White Privilege', Angela Flandaca
Lecturer Discusses 'White Privilege', Angela Flandaca
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Article from the University of Maine student newspaper The Maine Campus on University of Maine lecturer Tim Wise's thoughts on 'white privilege'.
Editorial: Diversifying Hollywood Is In The Hands Of The Consumers, Liz Theriault
Editorial: Diversifying Hollywood Is In The Hands Of The Consumers, Liz Theriault
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
“Once you overcome the 1-inch-tall barrier of subtitles, you will be introduced to so many more amazing films," Bong Joon-Ho said, calling out the cultural shortsightedness that plagues Hollywood, in his 2020 Golden Globe acceptance speech for his film "Parasite." His words rang true for minorities everywhere, who sat through yet another award show celebrating predominantly white men.
Racial Considerations In The Language Used Around Mass Shootings Are Vital, Liz Theriault
Racial Considerations In The Language Used Around Mass Shootings Are Vital, Liz Theriault
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
The Gun Violence Archive has logged 385 mass shootings across the U.S. as of Dec. 1, 2019. Just ��ve days later, on the morning of Dec. 6, another shooting was added to that list, when three were fatally shot and eight injured in the shooting at the Naval Air Station in Pensacola, Florida.
End Racism Protest' Is Held On The Umaine Mall, Charles Cramer
End Racism Protest' Is Held On The Umaine Mall, Charles Cramer
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Students, faculty and community members from across the Orono area gathered on Monday to protest online comments made three weeks earlier about Columbus Day and Indigenous American peoples by members of the University of Maine College Republicans (UMCR). The comments in question were initially uploaded to the UMCR’s Facebook page on Oct. 5 and were addressed in an email on Oct. 7 by both UMaine President Joan Ferrini-Mundy and Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students Robert Dana. The email from Ferrini-Mundy and Dana denied that the posts were representative of UMaine’s values, but chose to maintain their …
Hateful Rhetoric And Online Platforms Foster Environments Where Hate Can Grow In The United States, Liz Theriault
Hateful Rhetoric And Online Platforms Foster Environments Where Hate Can Grow In The United States, Liz Theriault
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) has released a report that the number of hate groups in the United States has risen for the fourth year in a row. The United States is now home to 1,020 hate groups, including neo-Nazis, white supremacists, black nationalists, neo-confederates and the Ku Klux Klan. Proliferation of racist, xenophobic and generally violent political rhetoric from specific leaders of our country and the ability to recruit members, organize events and raise money on online platforms have contributed to the violent attitudes of the United States that fail to reject and even fosters the rise of …
2018 Annual Report Of The Ywca Of Mount Desert Island, Ywca Of Mount Desert Island Staff
2018 Annual Report Of The Ywca Of Mount Desert Island, Ywca Of Mount Desert Island Staff
Maine Women's Publications - All
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Editorial : Desensitization To Tragedy, Liz Theriault
Editorial : Desensitization To Tragedy, Liz Theriault
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Amidst the midterm elections, the never-ending battle between the president and the press, and the raging wildfires in California, the tragedy that repeatedly strikes our nation has found its way back into our headlines once again. Mass shootings at the Pittsburg synagogue, Florida yoga studio and Thousand Oaks all happened in the span of 11 days. Despite the horrific levels of these tragedies, the cycle remains the same: they occur, we talk about them for a week and then we move on.
Tragedy In Pittsburgh Brings Community Together, Emily Turner
Tragedy In Pittsburgh Brings Community Together, Emily Turner
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Many members of the local community came together throughout the week to show support for members of the Jewish community in light of the shooting that took place at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on Oct. 27, 2018. On Oct. 29 there was a candlelight vigil held on the steps of the Raymond H. Fogler Library at the University of Maine in remembrance of the 11 victims who lost their lives. Professor Amy Fried spoke of her family’s experience of anti-Semitism in Europe and how historically America has been welcoming to the Jewish community. Because of this …
Can Tenure Be Abused?, Liz Theriault
Can Tenure Be Abused?, Liz Theriault
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
In any higher education establishment, academic freedom is of great importance. The security provided to professors by academic tenure ensures that faculty are protected from termination because of their speech, research findings or political reasons. Without this security, academic progress could be stifled. But can this privilege and security be abused?
Racism In Our Backyard, Liz Theriault
Racism In Our Backyard, Liz Theriault
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Maine can be quiet. Humble. Secluded. Lost in the upper northern woods of New England, the large state can feel separated from the rest of the nation. Problems and politics are diluted by the rocky shores of Acadia, the dense enclosures of forests and the strong sense of community. This is “Vacationland” after all. So when a small, rural Maine community is thrust under the bright light of the national media spotlight, it tends to burn. Jackman, Maine is one of those small communities. Recently featured on media outlets including The Washington Post, CNN and USA Today, the story of …
Doug Allen Talks About Trump, One Year Later, Jack Barber
Doug Allen Talks About Trump, One Year Later, Jack Barber
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
On Thursday, Nov. 9, 2017, the Socialist and Marxist Studies Series held a lecture titled, “The Election of Trump: One Year Later,” in the Bangor room in the Memorial Union. The lecturers included Doug Allen, a University of Maine professor of philosophy; Kimberly Hammill of the Bangor Racial and Economic Justice Coalition; and Maia Dendinger, the statewide officer for the Socialist Party of Maine.
Do Not Silence People; Debate And Engage Them, Jonathan Petrie
Do Not Silence People; Debate And Engage Them, Jonathan Petrie
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
During the protests of President Donald Trump’s inauguration, you may have seen Richard Spencer — notable alt-right, white nationalist leader — get punched in the face during an interview. In response, a lot of people shared the video praising the actions of the violent perpetrator, citing Spencer’s racist ideology as a means to justify violence. Here’s the issue. No matter how much you disagree with someone, you do not get to punch them. Violence does not solve this debate.
An Indictment Of The System, Jonathan Petrie
An Indictment Of The System, Jonathan Petrie
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
This past week, the nation was hit by a shock wave. Donald Trump, the former host of NBC’s “The Apprentice,” was elected president of the United States. People are wondering, “how could this be?” This is a man who openly used race-baiting rhetoric, endorsed xenophobic policies, insulted disabled reporters and performed so many more ridiculous acts I probably could not fit them into this piece. So how could this guy have possibly won?
Whitewashing In Hollywood Silently Affects Our Children, Sam Tracy
Whitewashing In Hollywood Silently Affects Our Children, Sam Tracy
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
The reaction to the 2016 Oscars, which birthed the trending topic #OscarsSoWhite on Twitter, highlights a serious problem in our country — a lack of representation for non-white communities. Watching a movie in the 1950s is still somehow reminiscent of today. We have put an end to blackface, the practice of coloring a white person’s face with paint to fill the role of a historically non-white character without hiring an accurate representative. Yet major blockbuster films did not commonly hire non-white characters for major roles until just recently. Our movies now typically feature a white cast, with the exception of …
The Devil Of Hell's Kitchen : Social Constructions In The Best Of Us, Sam Tracy
The Devil Of Hell's Kitchen : Social Constructions In The Best Of Us, Sam Tracy
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Cultural norms shape perceptions. This is an unavoidable truth, but one that is rarely acknowledged. It isn’t important whether that lack of acknowledgement is based on a general unawareness or willful ignorance or something else — but simply that it happens. The majority of the mainstream public is in the dark about many prejudices that seep into societal norms. One of the struggles many of us face is putting ourselves in someone else’s shoes. Majorities have trouble sympathizing with minorities or refuse to try. White people cannot be the target of racism, heterosexuals do not have to live with homophobia …
Making It Work Before The Movement: African-American Community And Resistance In 1940s And 1950s Portland, Maine, Justus Hillebrand
Making It Work Before The Movement: African-American Community And Resistance In 1940s And 1950s Portland, Maine, Justus Hillebrand
Maine History
African Americans in Portland, Maine, in the 1940s and 1950s made up less than 0.5% of the population. As a consequence, discourse on race was more subtle than it was in other parts of the country. The Portland black community, as in other small northern New England cities, lacked the numbers for broad public or political action. Instead, African Americans developed individual and informal strategies of resistance aimed at broadening opportunities in education, employment, and housing. African Americans “made it work” by congregating in their own church, persevering in their own educational goals, operating their own businesses, and owning their …