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Show It iroxil OS - ? assoc. professor of english Chtlstopket fAifttt asst. professor of history how the west was won 3 l(OU thought Batman and Robin were the only dynamic duo, think again. Weber State University assistant history professor Christopher Padgett and associate English professor Robert M. Hogge have joined the ranks of witty-bantering super heroes in their summer quarter course which deals with the history and literature of the Mississippi West. The first of its kind, Engl Hist 481 is part of a three-course series supported by the Hemingway Faculty Vitality Grant, which was compiled and submitted by associate history professor Kathryn MacKay. "The course's purpose is to encourage interdisciplinary coordination and cooperation between history and English," Hogge said. "There's a tremendous relationship between the history and literature in terms of theme and idea." Hogge and Padgett are successful in achieving a dynamic relationship. While one lectures, the other listens and then employs the themes and ideas presented earlier. "It's fun for the faculty as well as the students," Padgett said. The students are equally enthused about the course. "It's an effective way of combining literature and history to understand the time," said Chris Harris, a WSU student who is in the class this summer. "It's entertaining in its simplicity; intriguing in its expanse of literary understanding," said Patrick Petersen, another student in the class. If you missed this summer's installment of the classes provided by the Hemingway Faculty Vitality Grant, stay tuned for "History and Literature of New England" presented by MacKay and Sally Shigley, a WSU assistant English professor, in the fall. In the winter will be "Urban History and Literature" taught by associate English professor Michael Wutz and Mark S. Dyreson, a WSU associate history professor. Same Bat-time, same Bat-channel. By Lisa M. Jensen Signpost copy editor WSU hosts 'Women in Action' conference ncaa By Cathy McKitrick Signpost senior reporter The League of Women Voters of Utah will present a conference at Weber State University Aug. 23 and 24 called "Visions, Views and Voices: Utah Women in Action.""Western women in history were at the forefront in encouraging women to get involved in politics," said Georgia Barker, president of the Utah League of Women Voters. "Women's history has been termed a 'silent history,' because not much was written about it. But we should be proud of it. Wyoming, Colorado, Utah and Idaho were the first states of the union to gain the right to vote for women." A special reception for the League's exhibit, "Rebels and Reformers," which details women in Western history, will open the conference Friday evening at the Weber County Library in Ogden. A portion of the conference will be devoted to women in politics and the idea of women mentoring women. "We have more political offices available today and fewer women running for office," Barker said. "We want to educate women about their history and inspire them to get involved in their communities and work together."Adele Smith, Ogden city council member, will help host a workshop Saturday on "Women in the Political Process." "The recent 'Year of the Woman' was so successful that many women were inspired to run for public office," Smith said. "But there has been a backlash nationwide against women in politics as a result. If we don't help each other, we might as well pack it in. Women bring to the table viewpoints that are otherwise not represented." Smith said women tend to focus on human issues and are not as competitive as men in other areas. "Women make up half of the human race, and need to be heard," Smith said. WSU professor of communications Becky Johns will talk about Western women in history during the Saturday morning workshop session. "The 'Rebels and Reformers' exhibit highlights women's influence in history, politics, writing and the arts," Johns said. "Women traditionally have been ignored in history, but it is being rewritten." Partof the conference will deal with women's ways of leadership."Research suggests that women lead differently than men," Johns said. "Women tend to be more cooperative, supportive and nurturing in their leadership styles, but sometimes this is misunderstood as beingnon-assertive or wishy-washy in the workplace." According to Johns, men and women communicate differently and have different perspectives. "We need to value the talents and capabilities of both," Johns said. Barker said students interested in these issues are welcome to attend the conference. Barker especially encourages younger women to participate. The registration fee is $75. Individuals seeking sponsorship must pay a $15 fee and can contact the League of f ice a t (801 ) 272-8683 for financial assistance. For those wanting to attend the Friday evening dinner and opening session only, the charge is $30. More information and registration forms can be obtained from the League of Women Voters of Utah, 3804 South Highland Drive, Holladay, UT84106, or by calling (801) 272-8683. From front page Mark Cof fman were named in the NCAA report. Coffman resigned earlier this month without reason, amid the allegations that Coffman gave prospective players autographed memorabilia from celebrity professional basketball players. NCAA rules do not allow anyuse of professional sports figures in recruiting players. Also included within the violations areallega tionsof extra ben-efitsand inducements forprospec-tive athletes, as well as financial aid and registration violations. 11 Hi HI S I. tit ( - X. Perfect College Living RTMENTS FOR RENT 3 BEDROOM, 2 BA TH LARGE BEDROOMS $550.00 PER MONTH GREAT LOCATION 1 155 32ND ST CALL CENTURY 21 GAGE FROERER & ASSOCIATES PROPERTY MANAGEMENT AT 62 1 -052 7 . PRDVO. 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