SISTER SOULJAH TO SPEAK AT WILLIAM PATERSON UNIVERSITY’S SISTER TO SISTER CONFERENCE

Sister Souljah, a community activist, lecturer and author, will present the keynote address at the seventh annual Sister to Sister Conference titled, “Acknowledging the Queen Within: Uplifting Ourselves By Conquering Our Fears.” The event will be held on Saturday, March 6 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Machuga Student Center at William Paterson University. Admission is free and a continental breakfast and lunch buffet will be served.

“The primary purpose of the conference is to give female students a safe environment in which to share ideas and beliefs and to discuss issues related to personal success,” said Georgia Daniel, assistant dean, office of enrollment management, and conference chair. “We want students to leave from the conference with a greater sense of self-commitment to personal growth, and academic and career success.”

The event will feature nine concurrent sessions on issues including women’s health care, self esteem and women’s safety issues.

Originally from the Bronx, Sister Souljah graduated from Rutgers University with degrees in American history and African studies. She has dedicated her life to making the hip-hop generation aware of politics, culture, business and social organizations. Sister Souljah is also the author of two national best sellers, “The Coldest Winter Ever” and “No Disrespect,” and will hold a book signing at the end of the conference.
For further information, contact Daracell Medley or Jennifer Ward at 973-720-3675.

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For Further Information, contact:

Mary Beth Zeman, Director, Public Relations 973-720-2966

2/27/04