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1990, Memorandum Written by Gene Gerwe to Fr Locatelli on her thoughts, reactions, and recommendations regarding the forum on sexism and racism.

1988-1990, A summary written by Student Life of all the incidents involving Sigma Phi Epsilon and the review/consequences that took place because of their behavior.

1989, Letter written by the Challenges Steering Committee to Father Phipps about his offensive comments and attitude at a meeting regarding the upcoming conference the Committee would be hosting.

1990, Sigma Phi Epsilon's letter to the Santa Clara Community apologizing for their offensive newsletter and explaining what they plan to do to salvage relations within the community.

1990, Santa Clara Magazine spread on "Fraternity Disciplined" and "Improving Campus Climate." The articles focus on the suspension of Sigma Phi Epsilon, consequences this decision may spell for all of Greek life, and the affect the fraternities'…

1990, Santa Clara University Club "Voices for Change" mission statement and goals. Club states they are a movement created in response to Sigma Phi Epsilon's sexist and racist rhetoric and wish to promote change and positive attitudes.

1990, "The Santa Clara" newspaper article titled, "Open Forum exposes sexism, racism, and violence on campus" reporting on the recent open forum where over 50 students described personal experiences of sexual and racial discrimination, harassment, or…

San Jose Mercury News Article "400 Stage March at SCU" used as a flyer created by the Voices for Change Santa Clara University Club to publicize a Forum on March 29th in response to the sexist and racist attitudes present on campus.

2001 Press Release issued by Santa Clara University, "Fraternities and sororities to be phased out." The University justifies that their decision will affect less than 10% of the student population, and instead pledges to expand its social and…

Three handouts that contributed to the feeling of sexism that existed at Santa Clara University during the early 1990s.