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WIU Women’s Center Celebrates Women’s History Month

March 2, 2026

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MACOMB, IL - - The Women's Center at Western Illinois University is proud to present a month-long series of programs in March honoring Women's History Month. These events are designed to educate, empower and celebrate women's voices, achievements, and community impact through discussions, workshops, performances and collaborative gatherings.

"As Graduate Assistants at the Women's Center, we're proud to help create programs that bring our community together in engaging and meaningful ways," Women's Center Graduate Assistants Elizabeth Oyeniyi and Patience Thomas said.

The Women's "Herstory" Month events include:


  • HERspace - 4-6 p.m. Monday, March 2 (MCC)
    An empowering community space for connection, conversation and self-expression centered on women's leadership on and off campus.

  • Women's Empowerment Brunch - 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, March 7 (MCC)
    A celebratory brunch featuring reflection, networking and inspiration.

  • International Women's Day Celebration - 5:30-6:30 p.m. Monday, March 9 (MCC)
    A global recognition event honoring women's achievements and solidarity across cultures. (In collaboration with: Casa Latina Cultural Center)

  • The Vagina Monologues - 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, March 10 (MCC)
    A powerful performance highlighting stories that center women's voices and experiences.


The latter part of the month will also see the return of Take Back the Night Week. Beginning Monday, March 23, Take Back The Night will bring a powerful series of programs focused on awareness, advocacy and community support. It will unite campus and community members in a shared commitment to empowerment and survivor solidarity. More information on events will be available at a later date.

For more information about Women's History Month events, contact the WIU Women's Center at womenscenter@wiu.edu. Join us in celebrating, uplifting and empowering women this March.

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