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WIU to Recognize Women's History Throughout March
March 4, 2009
MACOMB/MOLINE, IL - - The Western Illinois University Women's Center will commemorate the significant roles women have played in American history and contemporary society with a series of events in conjunction with National Women's History Month (WHM) throughout March.
"Once again we have collaborated with members of the campus and surrounding communities to compile an outstanding calendar of events offering a variety of educational, cultural and entertainment opportunities that highlight women's historic achievements," said Women's Center Director Janine Cavicchia.
In addition, Women's History Month displays, created by Women's Center staff and volunteers, are featured in the University Union (south entrance); Malpass Library (third floor, east entrance); Macomb City Hall; and at the WIU-Quad Cities campus, Cavicchia noted.
The 2009 national theme is "Women Taking the Lead to Save Our Planet." The Women's Center will honor women who have taken the lead in the "green" movement by posting profiles on the center's web site, wc.wiu.edu.
For more information about National Women's History Month, visit nwhp.org. For more information on Western's events, contact the Women's Center at (309) 298-2242, womenscenter@wiu.edu, or wc.wiu.edu.
All programs are open free to the public except where indicated*.
WIU-QC WHM Essay Contest
(*WIU-Quad Cities students only)
Deadline for submission: Friday, March 13; award presentation Monday, March 23
Contact: Tammy Werner, (309) 762-1692
"Women in Music" composers and conductors display
Through Tuesday, March 31; Music Library-Sallee 108
"Women's Art: Women's Vision" art exhibit
Through Tuesday, March 31; University Library Atrium Café Level
Sponsored by the Women's Center
International Women's Day Program
"She Has the Power; You Have the Power to Help Her": Women and Poverty Prevention Around the World
3:30-5 p.m. Thursday, March 5; University Union Sandburg Theatre
"Women's Roles Around the World" booth, WIU International Bazaar
6-9 p.m. Friday, March 6 & 4-9:30 p.m. Saturday, March 7; University Union Grand Ballroom
Theatrical performance: "Crimes of the Heart" (written by Beth Henley)
7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, March 6-7; Simpkins Hall Theatre
Sponsored by University Theatre and the Department of Theatre and Dance
*Admission: $2 at the door (free to students)
Contact: (309) 298-1543
National Public Radio's "51 Percent" (radio program about women)
noon-12:30 p.m. Fridays, March 6, 13, 20, 27 on Tri States Public Radio, WIUM 91.3 FM & WIUW 89.5 FM
Underwritten by the Western Organization for Women
Macomb Feminist Network meeting
10 a.m.-noon Saturday, March 7; Macomb City Hall Community Room
International Women's Day—Sunday, March 8
Girl Scout Week—Sunday, March 8–Saturday, March 14
"People in Trouble" film series: "But I'm a Cheerleader"
3:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Monday, March 9; Malpass Library Room 180
Sponsored by the Center for Innovation in Teaching and Research (CITR)
"Mother Jones: Gender Bending and the Labor Movement" presented by Tammy Werner, Department of Sociology and Anthropology
6:30 p.m. Monday, March 9; WIU-Quad Cities, Room 102
"Back to the Kitchen with Local Food Movements" sustainability-themed bring-your-own-lunch discussion presented by Holly Stovall, Department of Women's Studies
12:30-1:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 24; Leslie F. Malpass Library Room 180
Sponsored by CITR
"From Barefoot Madonna to Maggie the Ripper" presentation and book signing by Jo-Ann Morgan, Department of African American studies
6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 26; Leslie F. Malpass Library, Room 180
Live folk music with Patty Larkin
7 p.m. Saturday, March 28, Tri States Public Radio Music Performance Studio
Contact: Tri States Public Radio, (800) 895-2912 or (309) 298-1873 for ticket information
*$10 for members; $15 for non-members
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