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2023 Robert Talbot Civil Rights Speaker Series, University Of Maine Alumni Association, Greater Bangor Area Branch Naacp
2023 Robert Talbot Civil Rights Speaker Series, University Of Maine Alumni Association, Greater Bangor Area Branch Naacp
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Promotional email for "Maine's Path to Inclusion and Equity: Navigating the Challenges and Opportunities Ahead." The 2023 Robert Talbot Civil Rights Speaker is Rachel Talbot Ross, a highly respected, Maine-based Civil Rights advocate and leader. Talbot Ross is the first Black woman to serve in the Maine Legislature, and has been the Speaker of the Maine House of Representatives since December 2022, making her the highest ranking African-American politician in Maine history.
Hate Crimes By Teens Disturbing, Maine Campus
Hate Crimes By Teens Disturbing, Maine Campus
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
If the stories of hate crimes told at last week's "Bridges of Respect" conference in Ellsworth are any indication, Maine has a long way to go in educating its youths about tolerance and respect for civil rights.
Slurs Bring Civil Suit Against Um Student, Kathryn Ritchie, Paul Livingstone
Slurs Bring Civil Suit Against Um Student, Kathryn Ritchie, Paul Livingstone
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
The Maine Attorney General's Office filed a civil suit yesterday against a University of Maine student who allegedly used the FirstClass [email] computer system to make threatening statements directed at gays, lesbians and bisexuals. The suit claims Casey Belanger, 19, of Orono, violated the Maine Civil Rights Act... "Bias motivated threats of violence have absolutely no place anywhere in society, including our universities and colleges," Attorney General Andrew Ketterer said.
Anti-Gay Referendum [Sic] May Affect Maine Students, Malcolm Smith
Anti-Gay Referendum [Sic] May Affect Maine Students, Malcolm Smith
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
The rights of students protected under the sexual orientation classification of the school's non-discrimination policy may be threatened if a state-wide organization gets a referendum question on the 1995 ballot.
Strip Offends Reader, Michael T. Johnson
Strip Offends Reader, Michael T. Johnson
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
I am writing in regard to recent episodes of the locally written comic strip, "Screwballs," that the Campus prints. The episodes that I am concerned with are the ones depicting the Wilde Stein Club members as evil, neo-Nazi monsters.
Screwballs "Wilde-Stench", Tom Higgins
Screwballs "Wilde-Stench", Tom Higgins
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Four-panel comic strip penned by Maine Campus staff member Tom Higgins. Long-description follows: Panel 1. The scene is on a sidewalk in an outdoor setting. Pillowy clouds dot the sky. An academic-looking building is in the background. Walking past "Tank," a muscular, straight, white, cis-gender male with flat-top haircut is on a sidewalk is a line of knee-high, non-gender specific individuals dressed in leotards and tutus, carrying star-topped wands on their shoulders and wearing spiked helmets or Pickelhaube, worn by members of the German military during the second reich. One of the knee-high individuals is turned toward the character "Tank," …
Homophobia; An Obstacle For Gay Communities, E. J. Vongher
Homophobia; An Obstacle For Gay Communities, E. J. Vongher
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
"Homophobia," the fear of homosexuality, is a major obstacle which inhibits universities from acknowledging the needs of the homosexual portion of their communities, a speaker for the Women In Curriculum program said last week. Lee Nicoloff, a staff psychologist, cooperating assistant professor in education and self-proclaimed homosexual, said things won't change for faculty, staff and administrators. Note: The page 1 article appears to have been truncated during the layout process and the continuation not published.
Juveniles Plead Guilty, Rick Lawes
Juveniles Plead Guilty, Rick Lawes
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Three juveniles charged with the killing of Bangor homosexual in July pleaded guilty to manslaughter in 3rd District Court Monday afternoon in Bangor.
Local Group Holds Protest March For Dead Man, Rick Lawes
Local Group Holds Protest March For Dead Man, Rick Lawes
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
About 60 members of the Bangor Area Gay, Lesbian, Straight Coalition held a protest march Monday night protesting the "lenient and irresponsible" prosecution of three juveniles involved in the killings of [Charlie Howard] a Bangor homosexual in July.
Commentary: Bathroom Graffiti, Ed Carroll
Commentary: Bathroom Graffiti, Ed Carroll
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Commentary piece about offensive, homophobic bathroom graffiti commenting on the murder of Charlie Howard in Bangor, Maine.
A Special Case, The Maine Campus
A Special Case, The Maine Campus
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
We at the Maine Campus breathed a collective sigh of relief last week when President Howard R. Neville announced that Zen Buddhist Michelle Earltinez could keep the animals used in her lab experiments. We were relieved because, having followed the progress of the case, we expected a negative ruling.
A Gay Scare, The Maine Campus
A Gay Scare, The Maine Campus
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
The "Red Scare" of the fifties, when Communists were supposedly infiltrating every facet of life in the U.S., has been replaced by the "Gay Scare" of the seventies. An the ones who perpetuate the "Gay Scare" are as close-minded, misinformed and scared as the late Senator Joseph McCarthy was when he vigorously campaigned against the Community ghosts.
Gay Rights Issue In Legislature, Tammy Eves
Gay Rights Issue In Legislature, Tammy Eves
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
While UMO's Wilde-Stein Club was making plans this week for the sixth annual Maine Gay Symposium, the legislature was confronting possible anti-homosexual legislation, sponsored by Rep. Stanley E. Laffin of Westbrook.
Buddhist Decision Reversed, John Donnelly
Buddhist Decision Reversed, John Donnelly
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Michelle Earltinez learned Thursday that she has won her battle. After a year of arguing her case, the 23-year-old, two-year animal medical technology major will be allowed to keep her laboratory animals alive, according to a letter from UMO President Howard R. Neville.
Reaching The 'Ignorant' Is Gay Challenge, Steven G. Bull
Reaching The 'Ignorant' Is Gay Challenge, Steven G. Bull
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Now that the long-awaited Maine Gay Symposium has passed, I have a few reflections on its implications, the future of the Wilde-Stein Club on this campus, and the reactions of the university community.
Maine Gay Symposium Stresses Two Themes: A Re-Evaluation Of The Homosexual Self-Image And 'Coming Out', Bill Ferguson, Steve Ward
Maine Gay Symposium Stresses Two Themes: A Re-Evaluation Of The Homosexual Self-Image And 'Coming Out', Bill Ferguson, Steve Ward
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
"Homosexuality and gay liberation are symptoms of a sexually healthy society," said activist Morty Manford at the Maine Gay Symposium here Saturday. Over 300 paying observers attended the well-organized gathering which met with no violent opposition, picketing, or demonstrations as had been feared by some UMO administrators. A team of four campus policemen guarded the affair which was sponsored by the Wilde-Stein Club, UMO's gay group.
American Heritage Filled With Atrocities Vs. Native Americans, Art Dostie
American Heritage Filled With Atrocities Vs. Native Americans, Art Dostie
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
A friend of mine commented that upon seeing the IDB movie Soldier Blue, he wondered how such a disgusting movie could be presented to the public. I had to smile at this, realizing how sheltered our minds have been protected from the truth, and how today's civilization still clings to the great American myth.
Russell Means Schedules Talk To Students On Saturday Nite, The Maine Campus
Russell Means Schedules Talk To Students On Saturday Nite, The Maine Campus
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Russell Means, leader of last year's occupation of Wounded Knee, S.D., will deliver a lecture at the University of Maine at Orono at 8:00 p.m. Saturday, March 16 [1974] in 137 Bennett Hall.
Correspondence Between Assistant Chancellor Stanley L. Freeman And President Winthrop Libby On Draft Of Discrimination Policy, Stanley L. Freenman Jr., Winthrop C. Libby, Ronald F. Banks
Correspondence Between Assistant Chancellor Stanley L. Freeman And President Winthrop Libby On Draft Of Discrimination Policy, Stanley L. Freenman Jr., Winthrop C. Libby, Ronald F. Banks
University of Maine Racial Justice Collection
Letters regarding the formation of a University of Maine blanket non-discrimination policy draft in light of the Civil Rights movement. Assistant Chancellor Stanley L. Freeman, on April 24, 1970, wanted President Winthrop C. Libby's comments and suggestions on the statement. President Libby states on April 28, 1970, areas where the University of Maine does not comply to the blanket non-discrimination policy draft. Ronald Banks, Assistant to President Libby, on April 28, 1970, gives the final policy on discrimination statement.
Correspondence Between Assistant Chancellor Stanley L. Freeman And President Winthrop Libby On Draft Of Discrimination Policy, Stanley L. Freenman Jr., Winthrop C. Libby, Ronald F. Banks
Correspondence Between Assistant Chancellor Stanley L. Freeman And President Winthrop Libby On Draft Of Discrimination Policy, Stanley L. Freenman Jr., Winthrop C. Libby, Ronald F. Banks
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Letters regarding the formation of a University of Maine blanket non-discrimination policy draft in light of the Civil Rights movement. Assistant Chancellor Stanley L. Freeman, on April 24, 1970, wanted President Winthrop C. Libby's comments and suggestions on the statement. President Libby states on April 28, 1970, areas where the University of Maine does not comply to the blanket non-discrimination policy draft. Ronald Banks, Assistant to President Libby, on April 28, 1970, gives the final policy on discrimination statement.
Le Roi Est Mort, The Maine Campus
Le Roi Est Mort, The Maine Campus
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
An editorial tribute to the assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Civil Rights Bill Does Not Require Open Occupancy, Carol Hebold
Civil Rights Bill Does Not Require Open Occupancy, Carol Hebold
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
The highly controversial Civil Rights Bill, a complex piece of legislation currently before the Senate, seems to be the object of some public misunderstanding.
What Now?, J. I. S.
What Now?, J. I. S.
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
In a nation that professes tolerance we're mighty slow in doing anything that resembles tolerance. Maine failed to pass a law requiring housing to be anti-discriminatory. The nation's Senate is now embroiled in a debate that may well end in crippling amendments to a law of tolerance. And a racist polls 250,000 votes in Wisconsin. What does this all mean?
Give Up Rights?, Richard Leland
Give Up Rights?, Richard Leland
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
An equitable Civil Rights Law is necessary in a democratic society. The Civil Rights Bill, as it now stands, is contrary to the free enterprise system.
Write For Rights, Harvey Bates
Write For Rights, Harvey Bates
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
It is urgent that every student, faculty and staff member write the two senators from his home state to urge them to work for the passage of the Civil Rights Bill (H.R. 7152).
Letter From Nicole Kimball To Hugh Saunders On University Of Maine's Sororities Membership, Nicole Kimball
Letter From Nicole Kimball To Hugh Saunders On University Of Maine's Sororities Membership, Nicole Kimball
University of Maine Racial Justice Collection
A letter from Nicole Kimball, President of Panhellenic Council at the University of Maine, to Hugh Saunders, Chairman Maine Advisory Committee Commission on Civil Rights, written on March 7, 1963 on UMaine's sororities membership in regards to Black and Jewish students.
Letter From Nicole Kimball To Hugh Saunders On University Of Maine's Sororities Membership, Nicole Kimball
Letter From Nicole Kimball To Hugh Saunders On University Of Maine's Sororities Membership, Nicole Kimball
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
A letter from Nicole Kimball, President of Panhellenic Council at the University of Maine, to Hugh Saunders, Chairman Maine Advisory Committee Commission on Civil Rights, written on March 7, 1963 on UMaine's sororities membership in regards to Black and Jewish students.