On October 16, Proctor welcomed guest speaker Michael Kimmel to campus to address the community. In an on-going effort to educate students and faculty on the challenges of adolescent relationships in today’s society, Kimmel’s expertise as one of the preeminent voices in engaging men to support gender equality around the world was much appreciated.

Kimmel has lectured at more than 300 colleges, universities, and high schools. He shared his expertise with Proctor’s students during an all-school assembly. Kimmel also took the time to meet over dinner, prior to his presentation, with a group of 20 boys who serve as leaders within the community.

Students left the presentation not only with an enhanced understanding of the complexity of gender equality and its role within a healthy community, but also with specific actions they can take in their own lives to make a difference.