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Spring 2016 Calendar of Events

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JANUARY
Women Veteran Lunch ‘N Learn: Alternative Healing & Personal Health Monday January 11^th 11am-1pm, Student Activities Center W303A The U of L Women's Center is partnering with the local Athena Sisters organization to provide monthly timely topics of interest for women veterans, active duty, National Guard, reservists, military families and widows. RSVP's requested for each session.
Student-Parent Association Meeting Thursday January 12 12:30-1:30pm, Women's Center Conference Room UofL student parents are invited to the 1st meeting of the Spring semester to connect with other student parents and talk about issues of concern.
Co-Sponsor International Luncheon with International Center Thursday January 14 12pm, Red Barn
HSC Women's Postdoc Lunch & Trivia Friday January 15 12-1pm, CTR 123 The Women's Postdoc Lunch on the Health Sciences Campus gives women the opportunity to enjoy yummy food while meeting and networking with fellow postdoc and graduate women.
Women 4 Women Student Board Meeting Friday January 15^th 2-3pm, Ekstrom Library 117A Join us at our first meeting of the semester! Learn all about our group, programs, and leadership opportunities!
Campus Talk in a World Café Workshop- “Beyond Vixens, Hot Sauce and Drug Lords. A Multidimensional Look to Latinos in the US" Thursday January 21^st 11am-12:30pm, Cultural Center Multipurpose Room Join the UofL Women's Center and the Hispanic and Latino Initiatives for January Campus Talk. We will be discussing the reality of Latinos in the U.S. while exploring identity, language, immigration and cultural expression issues. Enjoy a cup of hot coffee and sweets while we chat about latino realities beyond stereotypes.

FEBRUARY
Human Trafficking Awareness Conference Tuesday February 2^nd 5pm, Student Activities Center – Multipurpose Room The Women 4 Women Student Board hosts this annual conference about this modern-day slavery issue in Louisville with local and national speakers. They encourage students and the public to become involved in efforts to make other people aware of the problem and to help stop it.
Celebrate National Wear Red Day Friday, February 5 10am – 12pm, Student Activities Center Heart disease is the #1 killer in women in the United States. Learn more about this and other facts by visiting the Women Center table in the SAC. Wear RED and show your support.
Student Parent Association Meeting: "I'm in College But My Partner Isn't" Thursday February 11^th 12:30-1:30pm, Women’s Center Conference Room This workshop is designed for students-parents on having significant others who are not in college and possible conflicts. Free food and refreshments.
HSC Women’s Post-Doc Lunch & Trivia Friday February 12^th 12-1pm, CTR 123 The Women's Post-Doc Lunch on the Health Science campus gives women the opportunity to enjoy yummy food while meeting and networking with fellow post-doc and graduate women.
Campus Talk: The Singularities of Traveling as a Woman Tuesday February 15^th 11am – 12:30pm, Ekstrom W210
Women’s Staff Forum Thursday February 18^th 12-1pm, Ekstrom Library W210 From dry cleaning to haircuts, women often pay more than men due to gender pricing. Find out why you may be paying more, but receiving less. Come and learn more at this fun, yet informative session facilitated by Reanna Smith-Hambin, Adjunct Professor & Vice-President/Communications for the Better Business Bureau.
Women 4 Women Student Board Meeting: Condoms & Candy Friday February 19^th 2-3pm, Ekstrom Library 117A Learn from wide ranging student-written questions pulled from an anonymous “question bowl” full of free condoms and candy. Questions are answered with honesty and humor by a trained Sexuality Educator while students eat candy and leave with free condoms – as well as lots of helpful information.
Women Veteran Lunch ‘N Learn: Tribute to African American Women Veterans Monday February 22^nd 11am-1pm, Student Activities Center W303A The U of L Women's Center is partnering with the local Athena Sisters organization to provide monthly timely topics of interest for women veterans, active duty, National Guard, reservists, military families and widows. RSVP's requested for each session.

MARCH
“Beautifully Blended: I am Me. Celebrating the diversity & cultural harmony of multiracial women.” Wednesday, March 2 Noon-1pm, Cultural Center (lunch provided) “What are you?” A look at the identity issues, stereotypes and perception of beauty that mixed women face.
Women 4 Women Student Board Meeting Friday March 4 2-3pm, Ekstrom Library 117A Join us and learn all about our group, programs, and leadership opportunities!
Women's Suffrage March Reenactment Thursday March 3 12:15- 1:15, Women’s Center AAUW at UofL is beginning our celebration of women's history month by hosting a women's suffrage March reenactment. We invite you to the Women's Center for a short history lesson, then join us as we march around campus and after enjoy some hot chocolate!
Kentucky Women’s Book Festival Saturday March 5^th 9:30 a.m. (meet ‘n greet); 1st session starts at 10:00 a.m., U of L Ekstrom Library The KWBF is celebrating its 10-year anniversary with a full slate of author presentations, book signings and opportunities to mingle with fell book lovers. New this year is a 10th anniversary wine and cheese reception at the University Club immediately following the festival.
4^th Annual International Women’s Day, Cultural Awareness Event Tuesday March 8 5-8pm, Red Barn Bring your family and friends to celebrate Women all around the world with international food, cultural performances, presentations and more!
HSC Women’s Post-doc Lunch & Trivia Friday March 11^th 12-1pm, CTR 123 The Women's Post-Doc Lunch on the Health Science campus gives women the opportunity to enjoy yummy food while meeting and networking with fellow post-doc and graduate women.
Spring Break: March 14^th – March 18^th
Women Veteran Lunch ‘N Learn: History of Warrior Women of Kentucky Monday March 21^st 11am-1pm, Student Activities Center W303A The U of L Women's Center is partnering with the local Athena Sisters organization to provide monthly timely topics of interest for women veterans, active duty, National Guard, reservists, military families and widows. RSVP's requested for each session.
UofL Selfie Scavenger Hunt Wednesday March 23 10am – 4pm, Women’s Center Are you up for a challenge? Love taking selfies? The Women Center’s UofL Selfie Scavenger Hunt will help you explore campus, meet people, and have tons of fun! Students will be given a list of items to find throughout the campus. This is a great time to learn more about the locations of different buildings, classes, offices and more. Stop by the Women’s Center between 10am – 4pm to pick up a list of items to find. All submissions must be turned in by 4pm.
Campus Talk:Her Issues are Everyone Issues: A Look at the Current Realities of Women Thursday March 24^th 11am – 12:30pm, Cultural Center Multipurpose Room Join us to discuss the realities that everyone woman faces! Topics include: “Glass Ceiling. Mind Your Head”, “Respect me, don’t media me!”, “Danger. Unrealistic expectations ahead”, & “You deserved it for dressing like that” Coffee & Sweets will be provided.
PEACC Take Back the Night Wednesday, March 30^th 5pm, Red Barn The purpose of the Annual Take Back the Night is to bring together organizations, civic leaders, and individuals of Louisville and Jefferson County to protest violence against women and to promote awareness of the attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors, which perpetuate this specific type of violence.

APRIL
Women 4 Women Student Board Meeting Friday April 1^st 2-3pm, Ekstrom Library 117A Join us and learn all about our group, programs, and leadership opportunities!
$tart $mart Salary Negotiation Workshop Friday April 1^st 3:30pm – 5:30pm, Ekstrom W104 An interactive workshop designed to give college women the confidence and skills they need to earn fair compensation and help close the gender gap. Light refreshments.
College Women’s Leadership Conference Saturday April 2^nd
HSC Women’s Post-doc Lunch & Trivia Friday April 8^th 12-1pm, CTR 123 The Women's Post-Doc Lunch on the Health Science campus gives women the opportunity to enjoy yummy food while meeting and networking with fellow post-doc and graduate women.
Student Parent Association Meeting: Credit Repair Workshop Thursday April 14^th 12:30-1:30pm, Women’s Center Conference Room Free food and refreshments
Women 4 Women Student Board Meeting Friday April 15^th 2-3pm, Ekstrom Library 117A Join us and learn all about our group, programs, and leadership opportunities!
Women Veteran Lunch ‘N Learn: Family Resources Monday April 18^th 11am-1pm, Student Activities Center W303A The U of L Women's Center is partnering with the local Athena Sisters organization to provide monthly timely topics of interest for women veterans, active duty, National Guard, reservists, military families and widows. RSVP's requested for each session.

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