Witch Izzit to Replace Witch Hunt as Class Lecturer

My employment law class covers, among many topics, gender stereotyping. On Monday, we will discuss the case of a front-desk hotel clerk who was fired for having an “Ellen DeGeneres” look. The Director of Operations, a woman, wanted the “Midwestern Girl” look, even though the employee’s managers had a very high regard for the fired employee. Another case looks at an employer requirement that women wear lipstick, and other make-up. We also explore a case of a male fire fighter transitioning to female, and ordered to undergo psychological testing.

Last Halloween, I dressed as a witch with lipstick and nail polish. We all had fun with Witch Hunt. The idea was to present a male authority figure in make-up, a learning experience for students and for me.

This year feels a bit different. Megyn Kelly’s blackface comments are far removed from Witch Hunt, but my presentation of self in make-up could be construed as mockery of a transitioning person. Witch Hunt’s name seems a bit provocative, too, considering the intense politics of the week.

So, Witch Hunt is taking this Halloween off. 
Witch Izzit will appear without makeup and with a new hat.

Witch Izzit is a graduate of the Scholastic Academy of Witches, Class of 828. Witch Izzit has written extensively on magic potions and spells cast upon mortal judges and lawmakers. A magical class awaits us.