Events and programs at the Women's Center educate University of Virginia students to create change in themselves, their community, and the world by advocating gender equity.
Fall 2009 Calendar
All events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted.
Women’s Center Open House
Friday, September 11
1:00–3:00 p.m.
Corner Building, University Avenue at 14th Street
The U.Va. Women’s Center will be open for tours by staff. You are invited to explore our new expanded Center and learn more about us and the different programs we have to offer. Stop by and enjoy refreshments, good conversation, and help us celebrate as we approach our 20th birthday this academic year!! We welcome students, faculty, and community members alike.
Elizabeth Zintl Leadership Award
Marcia Day Childress
Director of Humanities within the Center of Biomedical Ethics and Humanities in the School of Medicine
Thursday, October 1
5:30–7:00 p.m.
Auditorium of the Harrison Institute/Small Special Collections Library
In memory of Elizabeth Zintl and her extraordinary leadership and service to the University of Virginia, this award honors women at the University whose high degree of professionalism, creativity, and commitment mirrors Elizabeth’s own. Join us in celebrating this year’s recipient, Marcia Day Childress.
“Marcia is an extraordinary faculty member and leader. She has been a major uniting force for the University, bridging the gap between the humanities and medicine in a highly effective and visible manner. Her work has brought together and enriched the scientific and social elements of our institution, catalyzing interdisciplinary thinking and propelled collaboration among several schools, towards better understanding of mankind and consequently, the individual patient.” Robert M. Carey, M.D., M.A.C.P., David A. Harrison III Distinguished Professor of Medicine, Dean Emeritus, and University Professor
Please RSVP to wcevents@eservices.virginia.edu or 434.982.2911, by September 24.
The Greatest Silence: Rape in the Congo
A film screening of Lisa F. Jackson's 2008 Sundance winner.
Refreshments and snacks provided during the film and a discussion to follow.
Monday, October 26
7:00pm
Minor 190
Admission is free, donations encouraged.
Emmy Award winning producer/director Lisa F. Jackson spent 2006 in the war zones of eastern DRC documenting the tragic plight of women and girls in that country’s intractable conflict. She was afforded privileged access to not only the grotesque realities of life in Congo (including interviews with self-confessed rapists) but also to examples of resiliency, resistance, courage and grace
To watch a trailer and for more information about this film, visit http://www.thegreatestsilence.org/about.
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Perfect Illusions
Wednesday, November 4
7:00–8:30 p.m.
Newcomb Hall, Kaleidoscope
This annual event offers an opportunity for students, faculty, and concerned individuals to come together at a vigil to raise awareness about eating disorders and to provide support to those participants who share their stories about eating, exercise, and body image issues. In support of Perfect Illusions, the counselors at the Women’s Center will offer free and confidential Eating Disorders Screenings during the month of November. Please call 982-2252 to make an appointment.
Cosponsored with the member organizations of the U.Va. Coalition on Eating Disorders and Exercise Concerns.
Sixth Annual New Women Faculty Dinner
Monday, November 9
6:00–8:00 p.m.
Auditorium of the Harrison Institute/Small Special Collections Library
All new women faculty at U.Va. are invited to share a meal and learn from current women faculty about life at the University. Roundtable discussions will provide the opportunity to explore and connect with others. Please RSVP to wcevents@eservices.virginia.edu or 434-982-2911 by November 2.
Cosponsored with the Office of the Vice Provost for Faculty Advancement, the Women’s Leadership Council, and Studies in Women and Gender.
Issues Facing Women across Cultures Roundtable
November 16
7:00 p.m.
Newcomb Hall South Meeting Room
Women around the world face a wide range of complex and nuanced challenges. Join us for a very engaging roundtable discussion in this Issues Facing Women across Cultures series, Cosponsored with the Lorna Sundberg International Center at U.Va. Visit the Women’s Center website this fall for updates on date, time, and a topical focus for this discussion.
For further information, please contact wcevents@eservices.virginia.edu.
Annual Susan Grossman Memorial Speaker: “Courage 2 Care”
Carolyn Cornelison, Ph.D.
Wednesday, November 18
7:30–9:00 p.m.
Gilmer Hall, Room 130
We are pleased to invite University students, faculty, and community members to hear the annual Susan Grossman Memorial speaker, Carolyn Cornelison.
Increasing knowledge, promoting courage and inspiring others—these are the personal and professional goals of Dr. Carolyn Cornelison. Drawing on her own personal experiences, Carolyn has created powerful and life-changing programs. Carolyn utilizes her knowledge, sense of humor and personal life experiences to take a very realistic yet inspiring look at issues such as drinking, personal responsibility, positive lifestyle choices and the power of positive peer influence. Her philosophy, detailed in her presentation, includes three keys to caring: Knowledge, Sensitivity, and Courage.
Carolyn earned her Ph.D. from Florida State University where she worked as the Director of the Campus Alcohol and Drug Information Center. She later joined the national staff for the BACCHUS and GAMMA Peer Education Network. She has spoken on over 1,000 campuses nationwide. She speaks to over 100 campuses each year. Carolyn’s personal story is included in the book, Emerging Women: the Widening Stream, in which the authors list her among fifty national female role models who have found their true calling through making a difference in the lives of others. Lifetime TV has retained her life story for the development of a television movie.
This annual event is held in memory of Dr. Susan Grossman, an assistant professor of psychiatric medicine at U.Va. and the founding director of prevention programs for what is now the Center for Alcohol and Substance Education. Susan received her doctorate from the Curry School and was an internationally recognized authority in the field of substance abuse education and prevention, in part due to her development of the Student Athlete Mentor program with the Department of Athletics.
This year’s program is presented through the support of J.W. Sieg & Company, Inc.
Large groups should RSVP to wcevents@eservices.virginia.edu.
Cosponsored with the Office of the Dean of Students, Center for Alcohol and Substance Education (CASE), and the Department of Athletics.
YWLP Fall Finale
Saturday, December 5
2:00-5:00 p.m.
Abbott Auditorium, Darden School
The Young Women Leaders Program invites parents and friends to celebrate a fantastic fall semester! Meet the Program Directors and enjoy presentations by each of the mentoring and alumnae groups. Come see what the Young Women Leaders have accomplished!
Iris: A Magazine for Thinking Young Women is out now!
The latest issue of Iris is packed with great essays, advice, and stories, all centered around the theme of "Finding Your Place." We have contributions from Barbara Kingsolver, Suzanne Guillette, Janet Napolitano, and more! To request your own copy of Iris, email irismagzine@gmail.com. Don't miss out! And check out Iris online: iris.virginia.edu!