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Allies share their stories to educate on gender identity

By Lois Ferris on April 1, 2010

This past Monday, MU Allies sponsored a presentation led by four members of MU Allies on their experiences with the Millersville University Community. The presenters spoke to the audience about issues of sexual identity, feminism, privacy, support of MU Allies as a straight person, and how they navigate through the struggles they face.

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The Biology Colloquium series hosts Dr. Yuan Zhong

By Lois Ferris on February 15, 2010

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, thousands of flowers will be bought and given to loved ones everywhere. Unfortunately, that beautiful bouquet of flowers won’t last very long. When cut, flowers only last a week or so in water, but some flowers only last mere days once they bloom, such as flowers like the Iris and Tulip. This week’s Colloquium Series welcomed Dr. Yuan Zhong of the Biology Department as the guest speaker, who explained her work with the Iris flower.

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The Reflect and Connect Series discusses the meaning of charity

By Lois Ferris on February 4, 2010

If you are even somewhat aware of world news, you have heard of the devastating earthquake which occurred in Haiti. With tens of thousands dead, and even more injured, the need for help is immediate.

Last week, “The Reflect and Connect Series” discussed charity, what that means for Haiti, and for those who are serving.

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