Barnard premed pressures and women in medicine
Ms Rowland discusses why premeds, especially Barnard women, face social and ethical pressures, the shift toward humane physicians, and how medical schools weigh grades, MCATs, and recommendations. Alumnae notes show varied experiences in medical schools and the value of liberal arts background for future practitioners.
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Ms. Rowland
Barnard
Bulletin
Rowland
St. Lukes
King
Women resolve to unionize despite administration resistance
The newsletter recounts how College staff faced anti union memos and indirect communication. Staff demand direct talks, claim recognition and fair salaries. Unionizing is praised as a step forward while acknowledging fears and past female leadership in labor history.
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S.C.R.O.U.N.G.E
Barnard
Instriet 65
Susan B. Anthony
Elizabeth Cady Stanton
Triangle
I.S.G.W.U
Billie Jean Beats Piggie Riggie in Surprising Victory
The speaker recalls past fear of physical strength and admits Billie Jean defeated him. He notes his astonishment at her win and admits a rare, grudging happiness at her success. He hints at revisiting male rivals from younger days.
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Billie Jean
School gains reality after long effort and funding needs
Community effort brought the school to fruition after many hours of work and determination. Funding remains an ongoing challenge and support is requested. A women powered drive invites participation with weekly Thursday 6:00 meetings in the McIntosh lounge.
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McIntosh
Dance aimed at linking Barnard and Columbia students
Rosalyn Richter describes a Friday night dance and rap sessions during orientation designed to foster dialogue between Barnard and Columbia. Positive feedback followed the events, but low return rates and a lack of sustained help hinder broader acceptance and ongoing activity.
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Barnard
Columbia
Rosalyn Richter
Mademoiselle College Guest Editor Competition Details
Mademoiselle Magazine invites college students to apply for a Guest Editor position offering a salaried month in New York and potential future roles. Topics for Assignment 1 are due November 1, 1973 with information in Mille write College Competitions. Contact Margaret Zweig via campus mail or Barnard Bulletin.
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Mademoiselle Magazine
Conde Nast Publications
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Mademoiselle
Mary Capouch
College
Mile
New York
Conde Nast
Mille
Lexington Ave
Margaret Zweig
Barnard Bulletin
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