Feminist Issues Committee
The Feminist Issues Committee (FIC) addresses matters of concern to the women in the IFO.
It is imperative that faculty challenge systemic oppression to empower marginalized members through innovative and intentional equity and inclusion initiatives. Faculty must be empowered to lead efforts to foster learning communities that respect the inherent worth of all students, faculty, and staff based on values of justice, inclusion, and equity.
We strive for equity within our union to build solidarity, and ensure that our collective voice is an inclusive voice.
Below is the committee roster, FIC Updates, and a comment box to share your thoughts with the committee.
Bemidji State University
Judith Zatkin is an Assistant Professor of Psychology.
Minnesota State University, Mankato
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Metro State University
Margaret Vaughn is an Associate Professor of Ethnic, Gender, Historical, and Philosophical Studies.
Minnesota State University, Moorhead
Laurie Blunsom is in the School of Performing Arts.
St. Cloud State University
Elizabeth Scheel-Keita is an Associate Professor of Sociology.
Southwest Minnesota State University
Maria Kingsbury is SMSU Faculty Association President and is a Library faculty.
Winona State University
Sarah Phan-Budd is a Department Chair and Professor in Physics.
IFO Staff Liaison
Pat Arseneault
