NERD Nite - Polyamory, Sign Language, Red Light District

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Nerd Nite is a monthly talk series that takes place in over 100 cities world wide. Every month three speakers give ~15 minute fun-yet-informative presentations on something they nerd out about. It could be a personal passion, hobby, or research. If you are interested in speaking at future events, send us a message! 

Talk #1: All the Rumors are True - A Crash Course on Polyamory by Elizabeth Brown
Bring your curiosity and questions to this quick and dirty introduction to polyamory - a relationship style focused on building unique bonds, personal responsibility and the exponential potential of love.Elizabeth Brown (she/her/they/them) is a life-long midwesterner, full-time parent and part-time contrarian. She lives with her polycule in Fountain City, WI. Talk #2: Power to the People: American Sign Language and Student Activism by Jess Weiss
Learn about the history of radical student activism that sparked change and conversation for campuses such as Gallaudet University, Columbia University, and Deaf President Now.I am a CODA (Child of Deaf Adults) and a recent WSU graduate with a bachelor's in Public Relations, Individualized Studies and Women's Gender and Sexuality Studies. My personal is political and I look forward to sharing more! Talk #3: The History the Red Light District of Winona by Lacy Korb
Learn about the colorful history of Winona’s Red Light District and the prostitutes that made it possible. Some ghosts stories might be sprinkled in too!I’m a local tour guide who has always enjoyed shocking people with history.