Sonia Sotomayor

Conference regarding Sonia Sotomayor took place on 09/17/09 at 12:30. She is the first Hispanic and third female to be appointed as a Supreme Court Judge.  Professors from Baruch’s History faculty discussed the importance of her appointment as a turning point in role of women in spheres dominated by men. Since Barack Obama won the election, there was a lot of speculation concerning Sotomayor as a possible candidate for a Supreme Court judge. Her nomination confirmed theories and showed progress that this country is making – crossing the barriers of race and gender. I can’t say it took me out of my comfort zone, but actually exploring topics relating to change of women’s influence in political sphere was very informative. I think it would benefit everyone to go to this conference, although I’m not sure there will be more, because it brings up important points on significance of this event as we watch history being made in front of us.