The Shippensburg University’s Women and Gender Studies Department hosted its third annual “Who’s Afraid of Vagina Woolf: A Healthy Body Trivia,” on March 24 in CUB119. The event aimed to raise awareness and rid long-standing misconceptions about the female body, emphasizing the importance of women gaining accurate knowledge about their health and anatomy, while not being afraid to speak about it. 

Miller Hoffman, Director of the PAGE Center, opened the event by introducing himself, the event’s purpose, and special guest Clair Roden, an OB/GYN. When Hoffman first hosted this event, only 15 people attended. The following year saw slight growth, with 30 attendees. 

However, this year’s turnout was far greater, with around 110 participants, surpassing previous years' numbers. As the start time neared, it was clear the room would be packed. Event organizers had to bring in additional chairs and print more trivia sheets to accommodate the crowd. The high turnout proved to be beneficial, as there were plenty of prizes to distribute to students.

The trivia game followed simple rules: six rounds of 10 questions each, with participants required to put away their phones to avoid cheating. As the game began, students showed enthusiasm and engagement, working in groups with their friends.

The event also served as an educational opportunity, with Roden occasionally pausing the trivia to explain various aspects of the female anatomy. Her insights helped attendees deepen their understanding of the topics at hand. 

Throughout the event, students asked questions, expressing surprise and curiosity about their bodies. Those who actively participated in discussions and asked questions were rewarded with prizes from the prize table. Students also completed a post-quiz after the trivia for event organizers to gauge its effectiveness.

To learn more about upcoming events, follow @shipuwmst and @shippagecenter on Instagram.

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