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Conquering Heroines: How Women Fought Sex Bias at Michigan and Paved the Way for Title IXIn 1970, a group of women in Ann Arbor launched a crusade with an objective that seemed beyond reach at the time force the University of Michigan to treat women the same as men. Sex discrimination was then rampant at U M. The school's admissions officials sought to maintain a ratio of 55: 45 between male and female undergraduate entrants, turning away more qualified female applicants and arguing, among other things, that men needed help because they
In 1970, a group of women in Ann Arbor launched a crusade with an objective that seemed beyond reach at the time--force the University of Michigan to treat women the same as men. Sex discrimination was then rampant at U-M. The school's admissions officials sought to maintain a ratio of 55:45 between male and female undergraduate entrants, turning away more qualified female applicants and arguing, among other things, that men needed help because they were less mature and posted lower grades. Women comprised less than seven percent of the University's faculty members and their salaries trailed their male peers by substantial amounts. As one administrator put it when pressed about the disparity, "Men have better use for the extra money." Galvanized by their shared experiences with sex discrimination, the Ann Arbor women organized a group called FOCUS on Equal Employment for Women, led by activist Jean Ledwith King. Working with Bernice Sandler of the Women's Equity Action League, they developed a strategy to unleash the power of another powerful institution--the federal government--to demand change at U-M and, they hoped, across the world of higher education. Prompted by a complaint filed by FOCUS, the U.S. Department of Health, Education, and Welfare soon documented egregious examples of discrimination in Michigan's practices toward women and threatened to withhold millions of dollars in contracts unless the school adopted remedies. Among the hundreds of similar complaints filed against U.S. colleges in 1970-1971, the one brought by the Michigan women achieved the breakthrough that provided the historic template for settlements with other institutions. Drawing on oral histories from archives as well as new interviews with living participants, Conquering Heroines chronicles this pivotal period in the histories of the University of Michigan and the women's movement. An incredible story of grassroots activism and courageous women, the book highlights the kind of relentless effort that has helped make inclusivity an ongoing goal at U-M.Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: University of Michigan Regional
Published: 07/09/2020
ISBN: 9780472037889
Pages: 344
Weight: 1.20lbs
Size: 8.90h x 6.00w x 0.90d
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I have enjoyed the daily thought-provoking devotionals throughout this past year. Although each one is only a page in length, the writer packed in some great truths regularly. Many of the devotionals had such depth that they are worth reading over and over again. I was not familiar with this writer but received the book as a gift. I will treasure it for years to come and recommend it to others who like to start their day with Scripture and a devotional thought. In fact, I felt the book was so good that I have gifted it to a couple of other people. If you are in a quandary what next, you still have time to get this excellent book for 2026.
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I purchased New Morning Mercies for my husband, and it has been such a meaningful addition to his daily routine. The entries are thoughtful and grounded in Scripture, with enough depth to really reflect on without feeling overwhelming.
What I appreciate most is that each reading feels practical and applicable to real life. It’s not surface-level encouragement it actually challenges and encourages growth.
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“New Morning Mercies: A Daily Gospel Devotional” by Paul David Tripp has been a wonderful addition to my daily routine. Each day’s reading starts with a thought-provoking, gospel-centered message that sets a positive tone for the day. The reflections are deeply encouraging and help me focus on God’s grace and goodness. I appreciate how the book combines scripture with practical insights, making it easy to apply the lessons to my life. The devotionals are concise yet impactful, perfect for busy mornings. Overall, this book has been a source of inspiration and spiritual growth, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking to deepen their faith and start their day with a meaningful reflection.
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AWESOME daily devotions, so many scriptures that pertain to everyday issues 🙌🙏
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Wonderfully written.
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Have read this and now have others reading along with me. Really enjoyable and well-written. Tripp, as always, will not disappoint.
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