Today's Press Conference (local perspective)
Thu, 19 Oct 2006 17:23:49 -0700 Show full headers
From
Ginny Malzkuhn
To Ella Lentz, Bunny Klopping , Marsha Helmuth , Jane Jackerson , Tom Holcomb , , Jenny Cantrell
Subject Fw: Press conference this pm
-----Original Message-----
From Ginny Malzkuhn
Thu, 19 Oct 2006 17:20:12
Hi....
Please share this with your friends......
Amazing press conference with wonderful fronts like nad prez, faculty reps, student leaders, parent leader, staff reps, alumni, guaa prez, few others... I believe their speeches are to be printed and distributed via websites.
(I try my best to remmy and summarize what they talked about)
1) nad prez (Bobbie Beth): clarify why the protest exists and how we as different groups can do as an indication of unity for gallaudet (prevent different statements or misunderstanding). Continue to focus on social justice (2 demands and 4 concerns) and avoid any "distractions" whenever asked by media
2) student leaders (sbg prez): explain how and what they and students did at capitol hill (meeting with aides of senators and explaining clearly about the protest.) INTERESTING: IKJ & JKF have threatened or warned that Gally would lose $$ from Congress if Gally continues to be in this "mess." Not true! Congress continues and will continue providing financial support.....not depending upon IKJ or JKF' decisions
3) faculty reps (MJ spoke): mtg with JK.....sad news about how she responded to their questions of concerns. Jane kept saying she could save Gally from falling apart and could lead Gally successfully. She said she refused to resign. I cried. To me Jane missed all the points of faculty's questions. Have to explain more in person.
4) parent leader: explain what happened at the parent meeting (26 deaf/hearing parents) with IKJ this am. As agreed the group introduced themselves as parents (no names) of students (names) and expressed lists of concerns and expectations of res without hearing his responses or comments. Powerful message from the group sent to IKJ. He was speechless and sat silently while each parent walked out of the room. What do u think?? Tmw we parents will have a meeting to follow up and discuss plans. Will kee u posted.
5) guaa prez: sad news about postponing hc and closing public buildings to "visitors". Keep alumni reunions as planned. Will announce what activities we can do last min. We will have a parade to capitol hill @ 8am sat. Speeches and activities there.
6) staff reps (I think): all- inclusive Unbelievably Jane mentioned she would develop it...something new for Galy. Oh no! Nothing new......it has been existed many many years! Interesting story: one lady explained her background (deafened and she learned ASL one year before she enrolled Gally in 1966). Met a first deaf person....guess who? It was IKJ and they shared similiar experiences and both felt completely welcomed by Gally as a part of deaf community. Whew!
Just before the press conference Tim Rarus gave a pep talk.....inspiring and had several alumni tell how they felt and thought. They spoke out that jane was not a leader. Period!
My head is still spinning with all the talks I had with my kids, students, faculty, staff, parents, and alumni. They are BEAUTIFUL people. I BELIEVE we will WIN!! Think positive and continue to fight!!
I hug many of your beloved ones. Please let me know what I can do for you during my stay here. Many love to wear Gally ribbons! :o)
From
Ginny Malzkuhn
To Ella Lentz
Subject Fw: Press conference this pm
-----Original Message-----
From Ginny Malzkuhn
Thu, 19 Oct 2006 17:20:12
Hi....
Please share this with your friends......
Amazing press conference with wonderful fronts like nad prez, faculty reps, student leaders, parent leader, staff reps, alumni, guaa prez, few others... I believe their speeches are to be printed and distributed via websites.
(I try my best to remmy and summarize what they talked about)
1) nad prez (Bobbie Beth): clarify why the protest exists and how we as different groups can do as an indication of unity for gallaudet (prevent different statements or misunderstanding). Continue to focus on social justice (2 demands and 4 concerns) and avoid any "distractions" whenever asked by media
2) student leaders (sbg prez): explain how and what they and students did at capitol hill (meeting with aides of senators and explaining clearly about the protest.) INTERESTING: IKJ & JKF have threatened or warned that Gally would lose $$ from Congress if Gally continues to be in this "mess." Not true! Congress continues and will continue providing financial support.....not depending upon IKJ or JKF' decisions
3) faculty reps (MJ spoke): mtg with JK.....sad news about how she responded to their questions of concerns. Jane kept saying she could save Gally from falling apart and could lead Gally successfully. She said she refused to resign. I cried. To me Jane missed all the points of faculty's questions. Have to explain more in person.
4) parent leader: explain what happened at the parent meeting (26 deaf/hearing parents) with IKJ this am. As agreed the group introduced themselves as parents (no names) of students (names) and expressed lists of concerns and expectations of res without hearing his responses or comments. Powerful message from the group sent to IKJ. He was speechless and sat silently while each parent walked out of the room. What do u think?? Tmw we parents will have a meeting to follow up and discuss plans. Will kee u posted.
5) guaa prez: sad news about postponing hc and closing public buildings to "visitors". Keep alumni reunions as planned. Will announce what activities we can do last min. We will have a parade to capitol hill @ 8am sat. Speeches and activities there.
6) staff reps (I think): all- inclusive Unbelievably Jane mentioned she would develop it...something new for Galy. Oh no! Nothing new......it has been existed many many years! Interesting story: one lady explained her background (deafened and she learned ASL one year before she enrolled Gally in 1966). Met a first deaf person....guess who? It was IKJ and they shared similiar experiences and both felt completely welcomed by Gally as a part of deaf community. Whew!
Just before the press conference Tim Rarus gave a pep talk.....inspiring and had several alumni tell how they felt and thought. They spoke out that jane was not a leader. Period!
My head is still spinning with all the talks I had with my kids, students, faculty, staff, parents, and alumni. They are BEAUTIFUL people. I BELIEVE we will WIN!! Think positive and continue to fight!!
I hug many of your beloved ones. Please let me know what I can do for you during my stay here. Many love to wear Gally ribbons! :o)
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