He did this to achieve a balance between genders. The response from students was overwhelmingly positive. They often change their minds at the end. The large-group instruction features speakers who tell about their experiences, including date rape, growing up gay, or dealing with sexual issues in a medical practice. The small group discussions remain, and there is general agreement that they are the most valuable part of the program.
Students review information, do role-playing, and practice taking sexual histories.
We have honored some of the best, all of whom are familiar with Dr. Cross' work. A professor emeritus since his retirement in 1985, Cross continues to contribute to the sexual health of others. In the summer he conducts an annual three-day sex education course for teachers. At 82, he says his and Peggy's days of international travel are just about over. Still living in the same house they bought 33 years ago, he tends a vegetable garden, while she volunteers in the Geology Department of Princeton University and at the day school that their youngest attended.