Our Programs
Depth and Breadth
Friday Discussions
For nearly two decades, the Center has sponsored informal Friday noon discussions on a variety of women's and social issues. The popular student-run discussions draw between 35-60 students, faculty, administrators and local community members. Free bagels and drinks are available.
Guest Speakers
Each semester, the Center brings high-profile speakers to campus. Recent guests have included veteran feminist and author Robin Morgan, author and New Yorker associate editor Ariel Levy, Harvard Law Professor and gender violence expert Diane Rosenfeld, Israeli feminist and peace activist Diana Dolev, filmmaker and anti-violence activist Byron Hurt, Living Wage movement scholar Stephanie Luce, sexual assault prevention educator Katie Koestner, men's movement activist Don McPherson, sex education experts Dorian Solot and Marshall Miller, leader of the Liberian Women's peace movement Leymah Gbowee, and many others.
International Women's Week
A week-long series of activities is planned around International Women's Day on March 8, including a keynote speaker, a film, and an art or photo exhibit. A special highlight is "Tea and Tattoos," an evening where Indian and Pakistani students demonstrate the art of mehendi (temporary henna tattoos) as we chat, drink tea and eat Asian snacks.
Week Without Violence
In late October, the Center joins the nationwide effort to empower men and women to unite against violence in our communities. The week includes a keynote speaker, film, special exhibits, and the Clothesline Project featuring tee shirts made by survivors of violence.
Take Back the Night
Each spring, the Center joins with college offices and student clubs and organizations to carry out Take Back the Night, a program to raise awareness of sexual assault and abuse on the campus and in the community. The evening features a guest speaker, candlelight vigil and march, and testimonials.
