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Living Archives: Interview with First Lady Andrea White

Presented by University of Houston - Women's Studies and the F at Blaffer Art Museum at the University of Houston

October 14, 2009

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The University of Houston - Women's Studies and the Friends of Women's Studies present Living Archives: Interview with First Lady Andrea White.

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The University of Houston - Women's Studies and the Friends of Women's Studies present Living Archives: Interview with First Lady Andrea White.

Andrea White, First Lady of Houston, will be interviewed on Wednesday October 14, 2009 for the University of Houston Living Archives series at UH’s Blaffer Gallery. Ms. White will discuss her life as an author, community activist and wife of a prominent political figure. There will be a networking reception at 6:30 pm, with the interview beginning at 7:00pm.

The Living Archives series, subtitled Exploring Her Story, is open to the public. The series explores the history and experience of Houston women. In video form, the programs become part of the Women's Archive and Research Center at the University of Houston.

Ms. White is the author of several books, most recently PS: Passionate Supporter and Political Spouse and Radiant Girl. She will be interviewed by Chitra Divakaruni, also a well-regarded author in her own right. Ms. Divakaruni’s most recent novel is The Palace of Illusions. Andrea White will be the first woman featured in this year’s series at a new location of Blaffer Gallery. Other prominent women scheduled are Sylvia Garcia, Harris County Precinct Two Commissioner and the new President of the National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO).

The spring schedule includes University of Houston System Chancellor Renu Khator.

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Blaffer Art Museum at the University of Houston

The University of Houston
120 Fine Arts Building
Houston, TX 77204

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Tickets:

$5 for the general public, free for members of the Friends of Women’s Studies, members of the Blaffer, seniors and students. Call for reservations, space is limited: (713) 743-3214.

Parking is available across the street from the Blaffer in the student lot without a permit after 6 p.m. There are also reserved spaces in this lot for visitors to the Blaffer.

Times:

6:30pm (reception) and 7pm (interview)

Phone: 713.743.3214

Parking:

Reserved parking for museum visitors is along the front of parking lot 16B directly across from the Fine Arts Building. Visitors parking in the reserved area should check in at the museum's front desk.

All University lots require a parking permit during the hours of 8 am-7 pm but cars may also park in lot 16F for $3. Buses may park in lot 16D. In addition, temporary parking permits may be obtained from the information booth. Parking is free on weeknights after 7 pm and during the weekends

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