The following is an account of a conversation with Carly Rachal, an SAIC student who has been personally affected by Hurricane Katrina. Rachal is a sophomore with a concentration in photography, and is a native of New Orleans.

Deitch Projects explores the convergence of art forms and genres in contemporary gallery spaces. Since it’s conception in January 1996 it has produced spectacular installations and performances, playing host to the likes of Vanessa Beecroft, Oleg Kulik, Todd James, Steve Powers, and, perhaps not so surprisingly, Yoko Ono. Most recently, it has been the site of the art world-turned reality show, Art Star.

Women and the Workplace.

Kristen Rowe-Finkbeiner, author of The F-word: Feminism in Jeopardy, has made some startling observations. She explains how, in the current political climate, young women do not have a significant voice due to their own resistance. Women between 18 and 24 years of age are the least likely group to show up at the polls. Only one third of them voted in the 2000 election.