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USD School of Law Alumna's Lunch Counter Incident Remembered

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USD School of Law alumna Lynn Schenk,‘70, has made her mark as a leading woman professional in many ways. She was the first female California state senator south of Los Angeles, the first female chief of staff to a governor and played a significant role in the ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment. But in San Diego, Schenk is also recognized for her ground-breaking role in what some call the Grant Grill incident—marking a major turning point for profound societal change in San Diego.

Click here to read more about Lynn Schenk's historic and heroic story.

ContactAshley Vitale | ashleyvitale@sandiego.edu | (619) 260-4097
ContactsPatrick Riedling | patrick.riedling@sandiego.edu | (619) 260-4207

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