Women's History Month
This month highlights the contributions made by women to every facet of society. We celebrate women's collective and individual strengths with speakers, panels, entertainment, films and get-togethers throughout the month. As we clarify the roles of women in our country and throughout the world, we are inspired to set goals for the future.
2012 Events:
March 7th: Meet, Eat, & Learn ~ National Women's History Month
The Women's Center and the Era Bell Thompson Multicultural Center invite you to join us for our Meet, Eat and Learn on March 7th from noon – to 1:00pm at the International Centre. In recognition of National Women's History Month, you will have the opportunity to come and meet women from our past. Rosa Parks (portrayed by Malika Carter), Era Bell Thompson (portrayed by Natasha Yearwood Thomas), Dr. Susan La FleschePicotte (portrayed by Trisha Yearwood), FridaKahl (portrayed by Shay Rodriquez), and Pakistani Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto (portrayed by Yolanda Cox). Meet, Eat and Learn is an opportunity to learn something new, share views and ideas, and interact with others - all while enjoying a delicious free lunch.
Also, during this event, the 6th Annual Phenomenal Woman Awards will also take place. Two individuals will be recognized for their efforts in contributing to the advancement of women and/or people of color. Everyone is Welcome.
March 8th: Broads on the Boards
March is Women's History Month, and the Greater Grand Forks Community Theatre is showcasing new work by the writers in their "Broads on the Boards" workshop. The Community Theatre was awarded a grant by the Community Foundation of East Grand Forks and Grand Forks' Women's Fund to produce the 6-week workshop which culminates in a performance. "Women playwrights and women's stories are grossly under-represented in the American theatre," said Kathy CoudleKing, the workshop leader and a playwright, herself. Stories are told again and again from a male perspective ora male's experience of life. And while those stories need to be told, so do the stories of the other 51% of the population."
The women will present their own monologues and each other's monologues on stage at the Fire Hall Theatre, Thursday, March 8th at 7:30 p.m. The event is only $10 and will go toward supporting future workshops.
Writers/Actors include: Pat Danielson, Lana DeMars, Karen Fore, Jackie Hoffarth, Heather Joy Jackson, Lyric Jackson, Theresa Knox.
March 8th: Roses
In honor of International Women's Day , the Women Studies Department and the UND Women's Center will have Roses in the Student Union. Come by and get a rose for that special woman in your life.
March 8th: Panel of International Women
Time: 12-1
Location: International Center
The Women Studies Program is putting together a panel of International Women to discuss women's rights and cultures world-wide to celebrate International Women's Day. Come join us for good conversation, mingling and...
FREE PIZZA & POP! Bring your friends! Celebrate women's rights everywhere!
March 19th:
March 27th thru March 31st: UND Annual Writer's Conference
This year marks the 43rd anniversary of the UND Writer's Conference. This year's featured Authors and Artists include: Jane Smiley; Lee Ann Roripaugh; Pam Houston; Brenda Miller; Hal Herzog; Aaron Poochigian; and Mark Doty. Unless otherwise noted, all events will be held in the UND Memorial Union and are free and open to the public. Get more information about the conference and this year's schedule at http://www.undwritersconference.org/