Female UNI Profs Marry in California
By
Becky Ogann
Story Created:
Sep 8, 2008 at 2:25 PM CDT
Story Updated:
Sep 8, 2008 at 2:25 PM CDT
CEDAR FALLS (AP) - Two female UNI professors flew to San Francisco and were legally married in a civil ceremony.
Rebecca Burkhardt, a professor of music, and Cynthia Goatley, a professor of theater, said they initially did not want to publicize their marriage, but feel they can now deal with any disapproval they may face.
The two have been together for five years. Their marriage is not recognized in Iowa.
They both declared ownership on the house they jointly own, and are looking for ways to become full beneficiaries for each other should the other die.
Before the California wedding, the two flew to Texas, where Burkhardt's father is an ordained Methodist minister. Her father performed a blessing, but could not marry the two without risking losing his ministerial status.
Since the marriage, each said her students and colleagues have been supportive.
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