Documentary to explore media's depiction of women

Posted: October 3, 2012 10:00 a.m.

Hayley Wickenheiser - a University of Regina honorary degree holder and Olympic medalist - will facilitate a discussion about women's leadership in politics, business, and sport at the public showing of Miss Representation, Oct. 16. Photo: Dave Holland

The University of Regina and First Nations University of Canada will host a screening and public dialogue about the award winning documentary Miss Representation on Tues., Oct. 16.

Miss Representation is a film created by Jennifer Siebel Newsom that explores how media’s depiction of women has contributed to their underrepresentation in positions of power and influence in society.

The event will feature hockey player Hayley Wickenheiser, a University of Regina honorary degree holder and Olympic medalist. She earned a silver medal at the 1998 Winter Olympics and Olympic gold medals in 2002, 2006, and at the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics.  At the event Wickenheiser will facilitate a discussion about women’s leadership in politics, business, and sport.

Local business Hillberg & Burke will also be on hand to discuss an exciting new scholarship for young women.


Miss Representation public screening with Hayley Wickenheiser
Education Auditorium, University of Regina
Oct. 16, 2012 at 7 p.m.


Ticket Information:

$15 each

Available at:
• University of Regina Women's Centre
• First Nations University of Canada kiosk

Tickets can be purchased at the door. However, only a limited number are available, so please RSVP to avoid disappointment. 

To RSVP tickets via email contact Kim at wc@ursu.uregina.ca


For more information about the event visit:

Facebook main page : www.facebook.com/MissRepYQR

Facebook event page: www.facebook.com/events/160612707396253/?context=create

Twitter: twitter.com/missrepyqr