MURFREESBORO, TN - On this episode of the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker welcomes Dr. Mary Evins, a research professor of history at the MTSU Honors College, to discuss a special National Women’s History Month event. MTSU is hosting documentarian Christy Carpenter and screening her film, Shaking It Up! The Life and Times of Liz Carpenter, March 17-19. This powerful documentary highlights the life of Liz Carpenter, a groundbreaking journalist with Tennessee roots who broke barriers for women in political reporting.
Dr. Evins shares insights into Carpenter’s trailblazing career, her influence on women in media, and her work as press secretary for First Lady Lady Bird Johnson. Christy Carpenter will engage in a live discussion on March 19 about her mother’s legacy, moderated by Evins and Sarah Childress of Nashville PBS. Tune in to learn more about Carpenter’s fascinating journey, her connection to Tennessee history, and why her story still resonates today.
- Off-campus visitors can obtain a $2 temporary permit and find a campus parking map at https://mtsu.edu/parking/.
- Full story at https://mtsunews.com/shaking-up-liz-carpenter-womens-history/.
