Learning Our Way: Essays in Feminist Education (The Crossing Press $13.50) edited by Charlotte Bunch and Sandra Pollack is a collection of 27 essays discussing feminist education in three areas - existing institutions, (mainly universities) alternative structures, and theory and approach. Authors include Andrea Lowenstein, Terry Haywoode, Terry Wolverton and Charlotte Bunch.

VIDEOS

The University of Guelph, in collaboration with the Canadian Association for Adult Education (CAAE) has produced a half hour video tribute, Roby Kidd: Animateur, his legacy for Adult Education. To obtain a portrayal of one of Canada's greatest educators, 26 interviews were conducted with family, friends and colleagues from allover the world. Available in Beta I and II, VHS and 1 3/4 U-Matic for $175 from the University of Guelph, Office for Educational practice, Guelph, Ontario,

Announcements

CACSW ISSUES SHOCKING PINK PAPER TO HIGHLIGHT ELECTION ISSUES

In order to help prepare Canadian women to better influence the political process in the upcoming federal election, the Canadian Advisory Council on the Status of Women has produced its Shocking pink Paper, a small handy accordion fold-out pamphlet highlighting eleven major issues with questions for candidates. It is intended as a checklist raise awareness of current issues including the wage gap, microtechnology, parental benefits, pensions, and pornography. Available free from CACSW, 66 Slater Street, 18th Floor, Ottawa, KIP 5Hl (613) 992-4975.

COMMONWEALTH FOUNDATION TRAVEL BURSARIES AVAILABLE FOR RESEARCH IN THIRD WORLD COUNTRIES

Travel bursaries of approximately $4,000 are available for Canadians under the age of 35 who wish to do research in areas of technology, curriculum development, agriculture, economics, sociology, etc. in Third World commonwealth countries. The awards have been made available through the Foundation from the George Drew Memorial Trust Fund. Detailed proposals must be submitted by August 31. For further information contact CUSO, Public Affairs, 151 Slater Streets, Ottawa KIP 5H5 (613) 563-1242.

McGILL WOMEN CELEBRATE 100 YEARS OF ACHIEVEMENT

A century has passed since the first eight women students arrived on McGill University's campus in October" 1884. Much has happened since then Many activities and events are Scheduled to mark the centennial, starting in September. For further information contact the Women's Centennial Committee Office, Room 10, 3450 McTavish Street, Montreal H3A 1X9 (514) 392-8048.

CANADIAN WOMEN'S STUDIES ASSOCIATION ESTABLISHES SECRETARIAT

The Canadian Women's Studies Association/Association Canadienne des etudes sur les femmes, has established a permanent secretariat at Carleton University. Inquiries concerning membership, activities, etc. should be addressed to CWSA/ALEF, Room 1106, Arts Tower, Carleton University, Ottawa, K1S 5B6.

CCLOW OFFERS INSIGNIA PINS FOR SALE

CCLOW is now offering Stirling plated logo pins for sale ($5) as a fund-raiser and to promote the organization. These elegantly designed pins are three quarters of an inch in width and have the logo accented in cobalt blue. To order send cheque to CCLOW, 692 Coxwell Ave., Toronto M4C 3B6.



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