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May 01, 2007
Changing the Face of Medicine: Upcoming Events
Thursday, May 3
11 AM - 12:30 PM
Room D2401B (University Library) Seating is limited for this hands-on computer based workshop. Please pre-register by calling Lydia Morrow-Ruetten at 708-534-4116.
Exploring the Library of Congress Primary Source Materials for Women Physicians
Familiarize yourself with Library of Congress primary source materials by exploring the Library of Congress's Adventure of the American Mind at this informative hands-on workshop. Participants will learn how to locate digitized primary source materials and use them to enrich teaching, research, and scholarship activity, as well as for personal interest.
Presenter: Lydia Morrow Ruetten
Sunday May 6
2-4 PM
University Library
Hen Medics: Early Women Physicians in War
This presentation includes enlightening and revealing information on the role of women in American wars and the gender battles they fought to gain recognition and standing. Dr. Graf's presentation is based on her extensive research and publications on the subject, including her latest book, On the Field of Mercy: Women Medical Volunteers in the Civil War to World War I (New York: Humanities Books, 2007) Dr. Graf is the author of AWoman of Honor: Dr. Mary E. Walker, And the Civil War (Gettysburg, PA: Thomas, 2001). Dr. Walker served the Union Army as a contract surgeon during the Civil War and is the only woman and civilian to be awarded the Medal of Honor, which she wore proudly until her death in 1919. Dr. Walker was captured by the Rebellion and served time in a Confederate prison, charged with spying for the Union. She was released in a prisoner exchange for another man.
Presenter: Mercedes Graf, Ph.D., independent scholar, author, consultant, and former professor of psychology at Governors State University.
Reception and Book Signing of A Woman of Honor
A reception and book signing will follow the presentation. Copies of A Woman of Honor will be available for purchase directly from the author, and are also available for borrowing from the University Library.
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