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Show DAILY UTAH CHRONICLE Thursday, March 22, 2012 3 Conf. strives to eliminate stereotypes Professor's life and work remembered Dr. Matthew Wade Bradley, 41, passed away March 20, 2012 in Sandy after an accidental drowning. He was born August 19, 197o, in Salt Lake City, Utah to Craig S. and Kathleen Linebaugh Bradley. He graduated from Alta High School in 1988, where he was a Sterling Scholar in visual arts and was a student body officer. He was an Eagle Scout and worked as a counselor at several boys ranches, including Bennion Teton Boys Ranch. He served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Italy. Matt graduated from Brigham Young University and received his master's degree and Ph.D in folklore from Indiana University. Matt also received a M.Ed from the U. Matt had a distinguished teaching career as an professor for the Honors College at the U, where he led the Honors Social Justice Scholars, the Honors Think Tank on Social Change, and the Mestizo Arts and Activism program. Matt also taught honors classes at the Academy for Math Engineering and Science High School. He has inspired hundreds of students to be advocates and modeled for them the life of an activist, the power of commitment, vision and compassion. Matt fought for social justice with his heart, his mind and his soul. His students will always remember the strength of his character, his commitment and values, and the powerful example he made of a life devoted to others. The respect the U, his colleagues and students had for Matt's work as a teacher was demonstrated through the Equity and Diversity Award, the Distinguished Honors Professor Award, the Community Engaged Faculty Fellowship and Community Scholar in Residence awards from the University Neighborhood Partners. In 2010, Matt received a special recognition from the American Civil Liberties Union of Utah, "For Fostering Freedom." Matt demonstrated immense courage in his fight with cancer, returning to the classroom just 10 days after having surgery to amputate his lower leg. Through humor and optimism, Matt inspired those around him to embrace life and honor each day. Longtime cycling enthusiast, with his new prosthetic limb, Matt faced the challenge of redefining himself as an athlete with incredible drive, determination and courage. In 2011, he placed 3rd at the U.S. Nationals in para-cycling in both the criterium and the time trial. He earned a spot to compete for the U.S. National team in 2011 in the Paracycling Road World Championships held in Denmark. Because of his passion for cycling, Matt "Bronco" Bradley was named Cycling Utah's 2011 Rider of the Year. Matt's voice was a mainstay every fall at the Utah Cyclocross series. He also helped in organizing the Cross Out Cancer event. Uncle "Mattman's" 19 nieces and nephews BRADLEY Tweets continued from Page 1 @rchock Condolences to loved ones of Matt Bradley;a social activist and pure heart beyond compare. You left us way too soon. @USParalympics We send our deepest condolences to the family and friends of @usacycling's Matt Bradley, who passed away yesterday. @cyclingutah The cycling community lost a good friend yesterday. Rest in Peace Matt Bradley. Matt was our 2011 Rider of the Year. @HeidiChamorro R.I.P Matt Bradley. A mentor, inspiration and friend. Social Justice Scholars for life! <3 BIOTEAU continued from Page 1 through education. "Education can have a ripple effect," she said. "Through outreach and sharing of knowledge — partnering and connecting isn't that hard ... we can be the solution to our community's problems." Bioteau cited her experience promoting women business owners at SLCC through the Wornen's Business Institute, a program she helped create. She described how the program helps women on several levels, allowing them to gain skills, apply for small business loans and rent community space for retail. She said that women learn a great deal just from connecting and networking with other female business leaders. "If we can see likeness around us, we are enabled and empowered to take the risks," she said. Bioteau said her comments were as relevant to People began arriving at 4:3o p.m., and Eduardo Reyes, a former student of Bradley's and a senior in political science, estimated 200 people rotated through the coffee shop within a couple of hours. "When you think of the Mestizo Institute [of Culture and Arts], you think of Matt," Reyes said between hugs from other students and friends. He studied under Bradley in the first Social Justice Scholars class three years ago. "He was more than a professor," Reyes said. "If you met Matt, you didn't stop working with him." Bradley found Reyes while he was still attending West High School. Reyes referred to Bradley as a central figure who mentored him to follow men as they were to women. "Each person has great power to contribute," she said. Eric Foulger, a SLCC pharmacy student, said that he didn't feel left out of the conversation even though it was centered around women. He felt the event was a call to action for men as well. "Ultimately, men aren't the answer by themselves," Foulger said. "We may hold the power positions right now, but we've got to share the power." When an audience member asked what the speaker considered the biggest obstacle for women in balancing career and family, Bioteau said flexibility in courses and childcare are the biggest considerations. She said SLCC graduates list flexibility as a reason they chose a community college over a university. Alana Kelly, a junior in gender studies, believes this lack of flexibility is a valid criticism of the U. "I need more options now that I'm taking upper-division courses," she said "Most of the classes are taught at one time and one time only." Emily T. Andrews ASST. NEWS EDITOR MATTHEW BRADLEY will always remember his playful spirit. Matt is survived by: his father, Craig S. Bradley and his siblings, Nicole (Joseph) Sepulveda, Seth R. (Megan), Luke H., Jeremiah S. (Erin), Zachary J. (Brenda), Adam C. (Angi); 19 nieces and nephews and grandfather, Ralph 0. Bradley. Preceded in death by his mother, Kathleen Linebaugh Bradley; grandparents, Glade C. and Thora Hawkins Linebaugh; grandmother, Mildred Harris Bradley; sister-in-law Elizabeth "Bunny" Bradley; and "Righty" (his right leg). Funeral services will be held at Pepperwood Chapel, 2195 East Pepperwood Drive (10900 South) on Monday at noon. Friends may call Sunday evening from 6 p.m to 8 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Gardens Mortuary, 195o E. Io60o South in Sandy and Monday from io:3o p.m. to 11:3o p.m. at the Pepperwood Chapel. Interment at Larkin Sunset Garden. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Huntsman Cancer Foundation or Mestizo Arts at www.mestizoarts.org. his passion on the constitutionality of immigration. "I still don't believe it," said Geneva Thompson, president-elect of ASUU, junior in international studies and current member of the honors Social Justice Scholars program. Thompson said those who knew Matt considered Mestizo a natural gathering place. Children's drawings lined the walls of the small back room where mourners gathered. His work was empowering young people, Martha Bradley, dean of undergraduate studies and former dean of the Honors College, said with swollen eyes. News of Bradley's death spread throughout Facebook and Twitter. Students and colleagues expressed sadness regarding the loss. "He was one of the few professors I knew who actively sought out students," said Al Marchese, a sophomore in Muslim students will have a chance to talk with each other about issues of identity and culture. The Muslim Student Association will host its annual conference between March 3o and April I, titled Why We Are Muslim. Omar Al-ani, a senior in speech communication and the public relations officer for the association, said the goal of the conference is to break down stereotypes. "We gave it that title because we wanted to catch people's attention," he said. "A lot of my peers don't know a lot about Islam, and even some Muslims don't know what exactly it means to be Muslim." Events include a plethora of seminars and panels, ranging from discussions of Muslim identity to extremism to a fashion show for Muslim women. For a full list of events, visit www.msauofu.org. Al-ani said that helping Muslims understand their Muslim identity is crucial for having a grasp on Islam. "As Muslims, our identity is tied to our religion, not so much our language or our culture or our heritage, but specifically our religion," he said. e.andrews@chronicle.utah.edu economics and pre-med. Marchese said he learned of Bradley's death through Facebook. "I was in shock — I had just seen him three days before the break," Marchese said. "It was weird today walking into the Honors College and not seeing his truck out front." Students who have taken Bradley's courses described him as funny, intelligent and dedicated to his students. "He definitely pushes you," said Chas Foote, a freshman in finance. "He taught a lot, and he expected a lot. He really wanted you to be a better writer." Forming a personal relationship with Bradley was not uncommon, especially because most Honors College classes are small and intimate. "With a class of 20 students, he definitely always had time for one-on-one sessions," Foote said. Kelly said she's glad that there are programs available to help women, but said it's not enough to have the programs. She thinks there should be better outreach about what is offered. "I used to be a SLCC student, and I didn't know any of these programs for women existed," she said. "You've got to let the student body know" U President David Pershing touched on the importance of partnering with other higher education institutions, such as SLCC, to improve the community. "Education is integral to the success of the women we are honoring here this week," Pershing said. "Education directly impacts every aspect of our community." Pershing referenced SLCC's institute as a tangible way that the community college is helping women grow their own businesses in Utah. He acknowledged Bioteau's strong leadership role and her willingness to partner with the higher education community. Bioteau spoke personally about her own background and education. Because getting an educa- tion came easy for her, she said that she has tried to make access to education a reality for those less fortunate. When she left the workplace, it was a conscious decision, she said, and she wanted to do it for herself and her family. She acknowledged that many women don't have that luxury. When she returned to college, Bioteau said she realized the importance of having the flexibility to be both a mother and a provider. Rather than choosing either a family or a career she said that those who are educated should adopt an attitude of sharing knowledge with others by modeling what she calls the "transformative power of education." Bioteau concluded her remarks in the same way she began — with a call for action. "Education sets the stage for all of us to pay it forward, let others light their candles in our knowledge," she said. "What you are doing in education is important. Right now, think of a woman you could share your power with." kjones@chronicle.utah.edu ELDERLY WOMEN continued from Page 1 continued from Page 1 needs of the elderly in the community. "There comes a time in life where you have a hard time doing certain activities," Wilby said. "They're just small things, but they make the difference on being independent and being institutionalized." The program's services range from yard upkeep to helping people maintain their swamp coolers to running errands. One man even called in to ask for help meeting women, Wilby said, but the program doesn't go quite that far. Shannon Golub, a health-care professional at home and hospice service company Curo, said employees and volunteers are important in providing emotional and physical comfort to patients. "We're sharing in hope," Golub said. "Regardless of what you're dealt, there are beautiful things in each day, and we want to make patients aware of all they have contributed to life." Quist agreed that even small acts make a difference — he was able to accompany a wheelchair-bound, elderly woman outside for the first time in months. He also said that being responsible is an essential characteristic for volunteers, as they can pass on critical information they observe form a union, guaranteeing them better wages, benefits and job security. Also speaking was Frances Battle of the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority and Kathleen Christy of the Delta Sigma Theta sorority. The women spoke of the impact of the black sorority sisterhood in the lives and experiences of women. "We are service-oriented and sisterhood-focused, but we are founded in scholarship," Christy said, emphasizing the high GPA requirement. The speakers highlighted the role education plays on the ability of women to make an impact, not only in their communities but also politically. "Almost any city or state has a chapter. And if they don't have a chapter, they have a sister. And we take care of each other," Battle said, emphasizing the importance of inclusion and service not only TODD HOOPER/The Daily Utah Chronicle Tyler Quist, Fran Wilby and Shannon Golub discuss health and ability with students in the Hinckley forum Wednesday. about patients to doctors and nurses for better care. Wilby said students don't need to be in a formal setting to serve older adults. They can show kindness merely by providing a listening ear. "It's mostly being there for them and asking them: Tell me about your family? What kind of work you do? What [do] you see your contribution as being?" she said. "Being there to listen matters." Student volunteers aid by helping write life histories for patients, a service treasured by patients and their families, Quist said. The Bennion Center hosts a monthly forum at the Hinckley Institute to discuss the political side of service, usually in tandem with the center's monthly theme, according to its website. The program is supported financially by the U and private organizations. m.gessel@ chronicle.utah.edu Marchese described how Bradley would host an endof-the-semester party at his home, where he made everyone crepes with eggs from his own chickens. "His class was definitely the class I was closest to, including the classmates," Foote said. "After class we always went to lunch and talked about how informational and funny he is." U administrators expressed condolences to Bradley's family. "This is a tremendous loss for our campus and the community," wrote Keith Sterling, communications director for the U. "Matt touched the lives of so many, and our thoughts are with his family during this difficult time." Luke Bradley said a viewing is set for this Sunday, and the funeral will take place the following Monday. a.rivera@ chronicle.utah.edu as students on campus but as women in society. Another panel shared experiences of being women student leaders on campus. "My experience has been nothing but positive," said ASUU president, Neela Pack in an email, who was also a panel member. "I have learned so much and met wonderful people." It is vital for women to be involved in government at all levels. Women represent half of the population, and they are game-changers. Women definitely have the power to make positive things happen, Pack said. Corina Cortez, president of Kappa Delta Chi sorority and Hispanic Business Association; Donna Eldridge, president of Inter Tribal Student Association; Jamie Mathieu, ASUU Senior Class President and Neela Pack, ASUU President were all participants on the student leadership panel. m.clark@ chronicle.utah.edu |