Step back in time as you hear stories of women’s journeys through higher education on this guided tour of Ohio University's campus and Uptown Athens.

Hosted by Appalachian Understories - Take a walk with Dr. Katherine Jellison around Uptown Athens to learn about some of the women who were foundational in the development of unique and colorful Athens, Ohio. Jellison will share stories of struggle and triumph as she takes us back in time, guiding us on the paths of historical women who successfully pursued their goals.

Dr. Katherine Jellison has won several teaching honors at Ohio University, including the Excellence in Feminist Pedagogy Award, the University Professor Award, the Jeannette G. Grasselli Brown Faculty Teaching Award in the Social Sciences, and designation as a Fellow in the Charles J. Ping Institute for the Teaching of the Humanities.

The tour will begin at: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine: Heritage Hall, 191 West Union Street Athens, OH 45701

This is a 2.5 mile walking tour on paved surfaces. If a participant is in need of adaptive equipment, please contact Madison a minimum of 24 hours prior to the event at Madison@ruralaction.org .

Ticket Prices

• Kids - $10
• Community Members - $30
• General Pricing - $40