Division of Student Affairs Multicultural and International Student Programs Office
Herstory Women’s
The Woman’s Journey
Women’s ”Herstory” Month Reception Wednesday, March 5 11:15 a.m. Plaza Rooms, Mack Student Center, North Campus Join the Hofstra community as we celebrate Women’s “Herstory” Month with a reception featuring this year’s keynote speaker, Professor Mary Anne Trasciatti from the Department of Rhetoric. Sponsored by the Multicultural & International Student Programs Office and Black/Hispanic Alumni Association Contact: Annick.Aska@hofstra.edu
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Month March 2014
Working Women: Winning or Losing the Work/Life Balance? Tuesday, March 11 6 p.m. Hofstra University Club, David S. Mack Hall, Lower Level, North Campus Whether it is striving toward a successful career, raising a family, or both, the demands of being a woman in this day and age continue to create challenges and opportunities that often pose the question, Are women winning or losing the work/life balance? Join us to learn about some of the difficulties and rewards of being a working woman — from a panel of women who can offer insight on this topic based on a variety of experiences. Sponsored by the Office of the Dean of Students Contact: Gillian.Atkinson@hofstra.edu
Women’s Health Wednesday, March 5 4:30 p.m. Leo A. Guthart Cultural Center Theater, Axinn Library, First Floor, South Campus Learn about the health concerns faced by women today and some realistic strategies that can help women live a healthier lifestyle. There will be a discussion on the meaning of fitness and eating right. Sponsored by the David S. Mack Fitness Center and the Health and Wellness Center Contact: Patricia.A.Montagano@hofstra.edu
Crossing the BLVD with Judith Sloan Wednesday, March 12 6:30 p.m. Spiegel Theater, California Avenue, South Campus Based on Warren Lehrer and Judith Sloan’s acclaimed book, Crossing the BLVD presents very human stories of why new immigrants and refugees have migrated to the United States and what their experiences have been since they came here, before and after 9/11. Sponsored by the Center for Civic Engagement, Multicultural & International Student Programs Office and Department of Rhetoric Contact: jackerman1@pride.hofstra.edu
She’s the First Third Annual Dance-a-Thon
Woman’s Worth
Friday, March 7 6 p.m.-midnight Hof USA, North Campus
Wednesday, March 26 8:30 p.m. Student Center Theater, Mack Student Center, North Campus
The Dance-a-Thon is a six-hour fundraiser to benefit girls education in developing nations. Organizations across campus are invited to create teams, dance the night away, and help send girls to school!
Sponsored by the Black Student Union
Sponsored by She’s the First Contact: stfhofstra1@gmail.com
A showcase dedicated to women. Contact: lsaunders28@gmail.com
“So, you’re not going to hold the door for me?”
Religion and Film Series: The Works of Margarethe von Trotta: Hannah Arendt Monday, March 10 6:30 p.m. Leo A. Guthart Cultural Center Theater, Axinn Library, First Floor, South Campus This film is a biopic of influential German-Jewish philosopher and political theorist Hannah Arendt. The film covers Arendt’s controversial reporting on the 1961 trial of ex-Nazi Adolf Eichmann for The New Yorker. The screening will be followed by a panel discussion led by Hofstra professors from various departments. Sponsored by the Department of Religion and Hofstra Cultural Center Contact: Hofstra Cultural Center, 516-463-5669
Women’s “Herstory” Month Showcase Monday, March 10 8 p.m. Hof USA, North Campus Share what women’s history means to you. Join us as a guest or performer for a night of entertainment and celebration, honoring the women who inspired your journey. Sponsored by the Multicultural & International Student Programs Office and Entertainment Unlimited Contact: Robert.J.Canobbio@hofstra.edu
Wednesday, March 26 9 p.m. Plaza Room West, Mack Student Center, North Campus Join us for a discussion on how women want to be treated in 2014. Are there double standards? Are women entitled to an exceptional level of courtesy solely because they are women? And, can chivalry co-exist with gender equality? Sponsored by MALIK Fraternity Incorporated and Hofstra’s Organization of Latin Americans Contact: joannasoares08@yahoo.com
Diversity, Dialogue and Desserts Series: Game of Life Thursday, March 27 7 p.m. Plaza Room East, Mack Student Center, North Campus Join our discussion and cultural simulation about the gender inequalities that still exist in our society. Desserts will be served Sponsored by the Multicultural & International Student Programs Office and the Office of Student Leadership and Activities Contact: Robert.J.Canobbio@hofstra.edu
Women’s Leadership Conference Friday, March 28 1-5 p.m. Mack Student Center, North Campus Attend the Women’s Leadership Conference at Hofstra University and celebrate women who have found personal and career success! The afternoon features a keynote speaker, breakout sessions, and an alumni mixer; events are sure to inspire pride, purpose and passion in all attendees. Sponsored by The Career Center, Office of Student Leadership and Activities, and Office for Development and Alumni Afffairs Contact: osla@hofstra.edu
Sponsors: Alpha Phi Black/Hispanic Alumni Association Black Student Union The Career Center Center for Civic Engagement Center for University Advisement
David S. Mack Fitness Center Department of Drama and Dance Department of Religion Department of Rhetoric Entertainment Unlimited Health and Wellness Center
Hofstra Cultural Center Hofstra’s Organization of Latin Americans Hofstra University Museum Interfaith Center MALIK Fraternity Incorporated Multicultural & International Student Programs Office
Office for Development and Alumni Affairs Office of Admission Office of the Dean of Students Office of Event Management Office of Residential Programs Office of Student Leadership and Activities
She’s the First Special Collections University Relations SPECIAL THANKS TO THE WOMEN’S “HERSTORY” MONTH PLANNING COMMITTEE