Catalyst Retreat October 14-19
Catalyst Retreat "Women Fighting for Change"
October 14-19
APPLICATION DEADLINE SEPTEMBER 25
A transformative intercultural experience |
| Learn how local historical leaders found creative ways to promote justice |
| Work with community women, Saint Mary's faculty, and students |
| Travel to Cincinnati Ohio to visit: National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, the home of Harriet Beecher Stowe who started a national debate, home of John Rankin, a Quaker who was an abolitionist, home of John Parker, an African American who was an abolitionist |
| Tour historic local neighborhoods that were the scene of social change |
| Integrate the experience with group activities and discussions |
| Formulate an action plan for women to become a catalyst for social change |
Required Readings
Prior to our trip, please read the following excerpts from:
An Introduction to Uncle Tom's Cabin, by Henry Louis Gates, Jr. (pdf)
Mightier Than The Sword, by David S. Reynolds (pdf)
and the following chapters from Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl by Harriet A. Jacobs
These six brief chapters give a detailed account of the experiences of slaves and the risks necessary to obtain freedom. You can find the chapters online at the website http://www.pagebypagebooks.com/Harriet_Jacobs/Incidents_in_the_Life_of_a_Slave_Girl/index.html
Scenes at the Plantation
The Flight
Months of Peril
The Children Sold
New Perils
The Loophole of Retreat
Program Details
COST: $50, * all expenses included
BEGINS: Saint Mary's College, Friday, October 14 at 5:00 pm
TRAVEL: Cincinnati, Friday to Sunday afternoon
RETREAT: Michiana Christian Serivce Camp, Sunday to Wednesday afternoon
ENDS: Saint Mary's College, Wednesday, October 19, 5:00 pm
APPLICATION FORM (pdf)
Application fee will cover materials. To apply return the APPLICATION FORM and application fee to:
Saint Mary's College
CWIL
117 Spes Unica Hall
Note Dame, IN 46556
For further information contact the CWIL office (574) 284-4051 or cwil [at] saintmarys [dot] edu