"Motivated by repeated rejections in her job search—including from UMD after completing her doctorate—Bernice Sandler ’69, who has a doctorate in education, became “The Godmother of Title IX.” She launched a battle that spanned classrooms, Congress, and national stages to create, pass, and defend—for decades—the groundbreaking federal legislation that opened the door for millions of women to achieve educational, athletic, and professional equality.
The original art that accompanies the story is a series of archival images, custom collages, and line art that highlights Sandler as well as some of Maryland’s greatest female student-athletes of the past 50 years."
From the Judges
“The Godmother of Title IX” stands out for its exceptional work in chronicling the impact of women’s sports over decades. The nomination was particularly successful in weaving together a captivating narrative with compiled old photos, newspaper clippings, and other visuals.
