Summary Information
Carolyn Ruck Papers
1993-1995
UWM Manuscript Collection 393
.46 cubic ft. (1 box)
UW-Milwaukee Libraries, Archives / Milwaukee Area Research Ctr. (Map)
This collection of photographs and calendars from social worker
and photographer Carolyn Ruck aimed to destigmatize lesbian relationships by making the
strengths and diversity of lesbian couples more visible to residents of Southeast Wisconsin.
Lesbian Couples of Southeast Wisconsin 1993-1994 was exhibited locally in the Milwaukee area
in 1995. The project was dedicated to Ruck's partner, Stephanie Schwarz.
English
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Biography/History
Carolyn Ruck, LCSW, is a psychotherapist serving the Milwaukee area who focuses on LGBT
issues. Active in the Milwaukee lesbian community since the early 1980s, Carolyn served on
the core committee of Wisconsin Outdoor Women. In 1985, Carolyn began working as a volunteer
support group leader for The Counseling Center. In 1991, she obtained her Master of Social
Work (MSW) degree from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM). In addition to her career as
a social worker, Carolyn studied photography at Alverno College, Milwaukee Area Technical
College (MATC), and the Milwaukee Center for Photography, and has displayed her work at the
Gay Pride Art Exhibit (1992).
Scope and Content Note
35 photographs from the collection "Lesbian Couples of Southeast Wisconsin", as well as
calendars, newspapers, negatives, contact sheets, and correspondence.
Arrangement of the Materials
The files are arranged alphabetically by subject.
Preferred Citation
Citation Guide for Primary Sources
Related Material in the UWM Libraries
Administrative/Restriction Information
There are no access restrictions on the materials, and the collection is open to all
members of the public in accordance with state law.
The researcher assumes full responsibility for conforming with the laws of libel,
privacy, and copyright which may be involved in the use of this collection (Wisconsin
Statutes 19.21-19.39).
Carolyn Ruck donated the collection on July 28th, 2022 (Accession 2022-003).
The EAD was updated by James Pride in March, 2023 to fix typos as well as update
biographical history, scope/content, and abstract information.
The EAD was created by James Pride in January 2022.
Contents List
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UWM Manuscript Collection 393
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Box
1
Folder
1
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Calendars, 1993-1995
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Box
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Folder
2
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Exhibit Label
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Box
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Folder
3
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Magazines and Newspapers, 1994
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Box
1
Folder
4
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Miscellaneous, 1993-1995
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Box
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Folder
5
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Negatives, 1993-1994
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Box
1
Folder
6-9
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Photographs, 1993-1994
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