Womens Studies

[close] Readers of all ages and genders are welcome to join this group. (Feel free to introduce yourself!) This is a showcase of work by older female writers. These authors have gathered wisdom as they witnessed eras of change which the young can only experience through the eyes of their elders. And here are some particularly interesting elders! Women who are along in years are encouraged to introduce themselves and share links to their blogs or books. There is a Facebook group by the same name- we are composed of unpublished writers along with successful authors. We are working on getting more readers who are younger and we are looking for more males to join. We do have some male readers in the FB group- men who aren't frightened away by the group name and who want to support female authors. There is also a directory on Blogger where authors can be listed (for free, of course.) https://croneswithpens.blogspot.com

[close] Silence and complacency normalize unjust systems. To create change, we must actively work in solidarity with all people who seek justice. That means taking on the responsibility of educating ourselves and having difficult conversations about injustice — in all its forms. Echoing those calls to action, we invite you to join us in educating ourselves by listening to the voices and perspectives of people that are often unheard or misunderstood — the voices that represent issues critical to Mary’s Pence grantees and ESPERA women. From the 12 books selected for our 2020 Summer Reading List, we are choosing a handful to discuss online in the coming months. We invite everyone who wants to participate in the conversations to join us for our online discussions. One of the first steps we can take to end the silence and complacency of normalizing unjust systems is opening a book and turning the page. We look forward to learning and changing alongside you.

[close] This is the place to list, rate and discuss the YA or scholarly books you read for our class and to share recommendations with your professor and your classmates.

[close] A modern revival of the historic Ladies’ Literary Club of Grand Rapids, dedicated to reading, reflection, and intelligent conversation. Our focus is nonfiction in all its forms: history, biography, philosophy, science, essays, and cultural commentary. Yet we also read the occasional novel that illuminates truth through art. This group welcomes thoughtful readers who value ideas, inquiry, and meaningful dialogue. Together, we continue a legacy of women gathering to learn, question, and expand the mind through literature.