Office of Multicultural and International Affairs Women's Herstory Month

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The Woman’s Journey

MonthHerstoryWomen’sHerstoryMarch 2014March 2014

Women’s ”Herstory” Month Reception Wednesday, March 511:15 a.m.Plaza Rooms, Mack Student Center, North CampusJoin 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

Women’s Health Wednesday, March 54:30 p.m.Leo A. Guthart Cultural Center Theater, Axinn Library, First Floor, South CampusLearn 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

She’s the First Third Annual Dance-a-ThonFriday, March 76 p.m.-midnightHof USA, North CampusThe 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 She’s the First

Contact: stfhofstra1@gmail.com

Religion and Film Series: The Works of Margarethe von Trotta: Hannah ArendtMonday, March 106:30 p.m.Leo A. Guthart Cultural Center Theater, Axinn Library, First Floor, South CampusThis 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 ShowcaseMonday, March 108 p.m.Hof USA, North CampusShare 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 UnlimitedContact: Robert.J.Canobbio@hofstra.edu

Working Women: Winning or Losing the Work/Life Balance?Tuesday, March 116 p.m.Hofstra University Club, David S. Mack Hall, Lower Level, North CampusWhether 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 StudentsContact: Gillian.Atkinson@hofstra.edu

Crossing the BLVD with Judith SloanWednesday, March 126:30 p.m.Spiegel Theater, California Avenue, South CampusBased 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 RhetoricContact: jackerman1@pride.hofstra.edu

Woman’s Worth Wednesday, March 268:30 p.m.Student Center Theater, Mack Student Center, North CampusA showcase dedicated to women.Sponsored by the Black Student Union

Contact: lsaunders28@gmail.com

“So, you’re not going to hold the door for me?”Wednesday, March 269 p.m.Plaza Room West, Mack Student Center, North CampusJoin 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 AmericansContact: joannasoares08@yahoo.com

Diversity, Dialogue and Desserts Series:Game of LifeThursday, March 277 p.m.Plaza Room East, Mack Student Center, North CampusJoin our discussion and cultural simulation about the gender inequalities that still exist in our society. Desserts will be servedSponsored by the Multicultural & International Student Programs Office and the Office of Student Leadership and Activities

Contact: Robert.J.Canobbio@hofstra.edu

Women’s Leadership ConferenceFriday, March 281-5 p.m.Mack Student Center, North CampusAttend 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 AfffairsContact: osla@hofstra.edu

Sponsors: Alpha Phi Black/Hispanic Alumni AssociationBlack Student UnionThe Career CenterCenter for Civic EngagementCenter for University Advisement

David S. Mack Fitness Center Department of Drama and Dance Department of Religion Department of RhetoricEntertainment UnlimitedHealth and Wellness Center

SPECIAL THANKS TO THEWOMEN’S “HERSTORY” MONTH

PLANNING COMMITTEE

“ “ “ “ Hofstra Cultural Center Hofstra’s Organization of Latin AmericansHofstra University MuseumInterfaith CenterMALIK Fraternity IncorporatedMulticultural & International Student Programs Office

Office for Development and Alumni Affairs Office of AdmissionOffice of the Dean of Students Office of Event Management Office of Residential Programs Office of Student Leadership and Activities

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