2008 Women's Month

	Ongoing Events During March	Week of March 9th
	Week of March 16th	Week of March 23rd/30th

ONGOING EVENTS DURING MARCH

March 1-31
Women Acting in the World Display, GLC
An exhibit created by six students to showcase various organizations that help women around the world. Contact: Ashley Tomisek, atomisek@vt.edu.

March 18-31
The Many Faces of Feminism Display, Women’s Center
A photographic and narrative documentary initiative intended to open minds to the concept of feminism. Come by and learn about some of the feminists in our midst at Virginia Tech! Contact: Anna LoMascolo, alomasco@vt.edu.

WOMEN’S MONTH EVENT INFORMATION

March 10
12-1 pm - Women and (In)Fertility, Women’s Center
One out of eight Americans will suffer in their lifetime from a disease called infertility. Most high school and college educational campaigns promote wellness from a perspective of preventing pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases however there are important things you can do at every age to help protect and preserve your reproductive health. Bring your lunch and join us for this informative discussion! Cosponsored by RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association, the Women’s Center, and the Women’s Clinic. Contact: Anna LoMascolo at alomasco@vt.edu.

12-1:30 pm - Should Feminists Support Separate Girls’ Schools? Equality and Difference in Single Sex Schooling, GLC Room F
This presentation will explore the question of whether separate girls' schools promote feminist goals of improving access, opportunity, and equality in education. Situating recent arguments for separate schools for girls and boys in historical and comparative perspective, this presentation describes how feminists are found on both sides of the debate, as the tensions between equality and difference pose a dilemma for advocates of girls' education. Intended for a broad audience interested in questions of gender and education, this presentation will use a range of examples, perspectives, and documentation to explore the question of whether feminists should support separate girls' schools. Contact: Tom Ewing, etewing@vt.edu

7:00 pm - Healing the World through our Witness: Women Activists Share their Poems, Gillies, 153 College Avenue
Grace Cavalieri, Carolyn Forche, June Jordan, Maxine Kumin, Naomi Shihab Nye, Sharon Olds, Alicia Ostriker, Adrienne Rich, Muriel Rukeyser, Sonia Sanchez...and more. One could come up with a veritable alphabet of formidable poets who use their hands, their hearts, their head to work for peace and social justice. On campus and in the community, these women from the New River Valley do the same, whether taking on mountain range removal, economic disparity, the war, civil liberties or climate change. Contact: Beth Wellington, beth_blog@yahoo.com

March 11
12 -1:30 pm - Women Helping Women: Projects in India, Women’s Center
Panelists: Meeta Mehrotra, Sociology professor at Roanoke College, Susan Shome, Women's Studies instructor, Virginia Tech, and Sheela Ramamoorthy, Post Doctoral Associate at Virginia Tech and a member of Aid for India's Development. We would describe some ongoing projects from India that help women and girls, and discuss what we, in America, can learn from the individuals and organizations who design and carry out this work. Contact: Susan Shome, sshome@vt.edu

6:30-9pm - Real Women, Real Pain, GLC Room F
The goal of the program is based on an initiative sponsored by the International Association for the Study of Pain. Women tend to suffer from more chronic pain disorders than men and they are often left undiagnosed/unrecognized. The three topics we'd like to present are "Chronic Pelvic Pain," "Migraine headaches," and "Gender Differences." We will have 3 presenters followed by a panel of female patients who have suffered from chronic pain. The panel will take questions on how their pain has affected their lifestyle, mental capabilities, etc. It will be an excellent chance to educate women on pain and the impact it will have on their lives. The Neurology Club at VCOM would also like to have a small reception with snacks/drinks either before or after the program. For more information on the ISP's initiative, please refer to their website: http://www.iasppain.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=Real_Women_Real_Pain&Template=/CM/HTMLDisplay.cfm&ContentID=4629
Contact: Don Bivins, MD, dbivins@vcom.vt.edu

March 12
5:30-6:30 pm - Gender and Leadership: The Glass Ceiling Revisited, Brush Mountain Room A,
Do we have different expectations of male and female leaders? Should gender affect the way we perceive leadership or leaders? Come to an interactive workshop where we discuss these questions and more regarding the relationship between gender and leadership. Contact: Allison Dunn, adunn@vt.edu

7pm - TRACES, Haymarket Theater Squires, TRACES is an all female quintet devoted to bringing real music back to the forefront. With their tight jazz-like harmonies and vocal riffs, including singing A Cappella, these five amazing voices bring music with a popular appeal but clear spiritual roots back to the popular forefront. TRACES is the first all-female group to earn the coveted Harmony Sweepstakes for Best A Cappella Group in the tri-state in 2005 and 2006. Contact: Destiny Jackson, lucky06@vt.edu

7:30 pm - Women’s Month Film Festival: “The Joy Luck Club”, Brush Mountain A
This film explores the mother/daughter relationships of four young Chinese women born in America and their mothers born in feudal China. Contact: Zhenni Wu, zwu87@vt.edu

7:30 pm - Davis and Dow: Jazz Divas Concert, Burruss Hall
Multi award winning jazz duo Davis and Dow are soul mates. they are two strong halves creating one BIG sound. Davis and Dow tackle jazz and pop standards with a daring sense of abandon. Their style is deeply rooted in the classic jazz tradition but with a playfulness that keeps the music fresh and fun. Their arrangements are unique and inventive, always seeking a new approach to everything they do. They’ve toured Japan, London, and New York, composed and performed original music for the TV show “FoodNation with Bobby Flay”, and produced “DIVAS OF JAZZ”. Together they have perfected a seamless blend of vocal instrument and stringed instrument. Davis and Dow are the real thing; exciting to hear and watch. Students $7, Faculty/staff $17, General $20.
Contact: Kerri Friedman, vtula@vt.edu

March 13
3:30 pm - Women in International Development in VT Research Programs, OIRED International Affairs, 526 Prices Fork Road, Interactive seminar and discussion on the role of women in agriculture and natural resource management in developing countries. Virginia Tech works with other U.S. universities, as well as researchers and farmers in Africa, Asia, and Latin America supporting sustainable agriculture, integrated pest management, and natural resource management. (See SANREM and IPM CRSPs on OIRED website -- http://www.oired.vt.edu/). Dr. Maria Elisa Christie, WID Program Director and Dr. Keith M. Moore, Associate Director, SANREM CRSP, both from the Office of International Research, Education and Development (OIRED), will present gender research from Collaborative Research Support Programs (CRSPs). There will be a PPT presentation, a slide show, posters, and opportunity for questions and answers. Guests are welcome from 3:30-5:30 pm. PPT presentation will be at 4:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served. Contact: Maria Elisa Christie, mechristie@vt.edu

5-6pm - Financial Literacy: Bridging the Gender Disparity, GLC Room B
Since women face unique circumstances in our society, financial literacy has become more relevant, especially for younger women entering the workforce. As a result, the need to understand the financial realities that face women is more important than ever. Topics discussed will include savings for retirement, insurance needs, and the circumstances women face with investments. Open to the public. Discussion and questions are encouraged. Refreshments will be provided.

March 14
12-1:30 pm - Health and Wellness Series: Osteopathic Manipulation, Women’s Center, 206 Washington St.
Short educational talk about the benefits of osteopathic manipulative medicine followed by demonstrations of the techniques. Registration is required. To register go to https://survey.vt.edu/survey/entry.jsp?id=1201550605284
Contact: Leslie Ching, lching@vcom.vt.edu

March 15
3 pm - Women’s Month Film Festival: “The Constant Gardener”,Cranwell Center
While stationed in Kenya, the wife of an English diplomat fights for the rights of the poor and stumbles upon a shocking conspiracy instigated by the pharmaceutical companies. Contact: Jessie Meltsner, jmelts@vt.edu or Kathy Lokale, klokale@vt.edu

March 16
2-4pm - Run & Walk for a Cause - Stop Abuse, GLC Lobby
Graduate students and families will meet in the GLC Lobby for a walk & run for a cause. We will walk/run the Huckleberry Trail (a portion of it) and then return to the lobby for refreshments and material/give-a way’s. Contact: Lindsay Moss, lcmoss@vt.edu

March 17
4 pm - Bracketed Numbers and Pulsing Stars or Technology with a Human Face: The Virtual Patient, Holden Auditorium
This presentation will introduce simulation and virtual reality used in contemporary medical practices and raise questions regarding gender and ethical challenges. Contact: Bernice Hausman, bhausman@vt.edu

March 18
2 pm - Lecture-Recital, Squires Recital Salon
Dr. Lise Keiter-Brotzman will present a lecture-recital for the Department of Music students. Contact: Tracy Cowden, tcowden@vt.edu

7 pm - Master class, Squires Recital Salon
Dr. Lise Keiter-Brotzman will present a master class for pianists. Contact: Tracy Cowden, tcowden@vt.edu

March 19
5:30-7 pm Health and Wellness Series: Guided Relaxation, Women’s Center 206 Washington Street
This workshop will include a brief discussion about the importance of quieting the mind and body followed by guided relaxation. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a blanket. Registration is required.
To register go to: https://survey.vt.edu/survey/entry.jsp?id=1201550605284
Contact: Christine Dennis Smith, cdennis@vt.edu

7-8 pm Dynamics of a Healthy Relationship Seminar, GLC Room C
Jen Underwood from the Women’s Center will highlight key aspects of maintaining healthy intimate relationships while in graduate school. Contact: Lindsay Moss, lcmoss@vt.edu

7pm - An Evening with Gyorgi Voros, Volume II Bookstore
Poet and professor Gyorgi Voros will read selections from her new book of poetry, titled "Unwavering." Contact: Mack Whatley, eugenew@bookstore.vt.edu.

8 pm - The 4th Annual “A Tribute to Women Composers” benefit concert for the Women’s Resource Center of the NRV, Squires Recital Salon. We will be holding our 4th annual Women Composers concert in the Department of Music at Virginia Tech. This will be the third year that the concert will be a benefit recital for the Women's Resource Center of the New River Valley. This year, we have a special guest performer, pianist Dr. Lise Keiter-Brotzman, who will be performing all solo piano works by women composers spanning three centuries. She will actually be in residence for two days - presenting a lecture-recital for Dept. of Music students, a master class for pianists, and an evening concert. All events are open to the public. Contact: Tracy Cowden, tcowden@vt.edu

7-10 pm - Women in the Weight Room, War Memorial Hokie Gym
VT women are invited to workout with personal trainers. The weight room will be open to women only. Contact: Ali Arner, aarner@vt.edu.

March 20
12-1 pm - My Sisters Keepers: “Evaluating and Negotiating Employment Offers”, GLC Room C
Christina Brogdon will discuss Evaluating and Negotiating Employment Offers.My Sister's Keeper was created to promote networking and professional development opportunities among graduate and faculty women of color, and to enhance scholarship, positive thinking and social and academic adjustment within the Virginia Tech Community. Through a series of discussions and informal social gatherings My Sister's Keeper intends to recognize, celebrate and develop a support network for women of color. Contact: Cathy Fernandez-Weston, cef20@vt.edu

March 21
9-11 am - Meet graduate women, faculty and administrators on campus and assist My Sister Keeper in helping LITERACY VOLUNTEERS OF THE NEW RIVER VALLEY in a service project to collect books to help support their efforts offering basic literacy and ESOL programs in the New River Valley My Sister's Keeper was created to promote networking and professional development opportunities among graduate and faculty women of color, and to enhance scholarship, positive thinking and social and academic adjustment within the Virginia Tech Community. Through a series of discussions and informal social gatherings My Sister's Keeper intends to recognize, celebrate and develop a support network for women of color. Contact: Cathy Fernandez-Weston, cef20@vt.edu

1-5 pm - Women’s Studies Day, Torgersen Museum Room
This event showcases the research and creative productions of Women’s Studies graduate and undergraduate students. Attendance is welcome at any time throughout the afternoon. The colloquium will be held from 2-3:30 pm and the performance pieces from 3:45 -
5 pm. Contact: Barbara Ellen Smith, smithbe@vt.edu

12-1 pm - Health and Wellness: Guided Relaxation, Women’s Center 206 Washington Street
This workshop will include a brief discussion about the importance of quieting mind and body followed by guided relaxation. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a blanket. Registration is required.
To register go to https://survey.vt.edu/survey/entry.jsp?id=1201550605284
Contact: Christine Dennis Smith, cdennis@vt.edu

3-4 pm - Women’s Month Film Festival: “Stop Raping our Greatest Resource, Power to the Women and Girls of Democratic Republic of Congo”, Women’s Center, 206 Washington Street. PBS video documentary on the call to stop sexual torture in the Congo. Brett Shadle will lead a short discussion after film. Contact: Brett Shadle, shadle@vt.edu

March 22
3 pm - Women’s Month Film Festival: “For the Bible Tells Me So”, The Lyric 135 College Avenue
Daniel Karslake’s award winning, provocative, entertaining documentary brilliantly reconciles homosexuality and Biblical scripture. Contact: Jean Elliott, elliottj@vt.edu

March 24-March 28
9 am-5 pm -- Clothesline Project Women’s Center, 206 Washington St.
Individuals can create t-shirts to describe their own experiences as survivors of sexual assault or share the story of a murdered friend or family member at the Women’s Center. Shirts are displayed on clotheslines March 25-27 on the Drillfield to raise awareness of the violence which occurs in our community. Contact: Susan Anderson, anderson@math.vt.edu

March 24
7 pm - A Pop Culture Twist on Relationships, Saunders 409
This program will highlight how intimate relationships are portrayed in popular culture, and the steps necessary to ensure relationships are healthy. Check www.stopabuse.vt.edu for more information. Contact: Jeff Yacup, jtyacup@vt.edu or Jessica Stallard, jstallar@radford.edu

March 26
5:30- 7 pm - Health and Wellness Series: Creative Expression, Women’s Center, 206 Washington Street
Creative self expression will be explored through art and guided imagery. This insight-oriented workshop will take participants through a guided imagery exercise in order to prepare them to create their own personal Mandala, an ancient symbolic representation of the unconscious self. Registration is required. To register go to https://survey.vt.edu/survey/entry.jsp?id=1201550605284
Contact: Christine Dennis Smith, cdennis.vt.edu

March 27
7 pm - Take Back the Night Rally and March, Drillfield
Rally to raise awareness of violence against women, to share resources, and to give individuals tools to create positive change. A march through campus and downtown Blacksburg follows.
Contact: Susan Anderson, anderson@math.vt.edu.

March 28
12-1:30 pm - Health and Wellness Series: Happy Back and Neck, Women’s Center, 206 Washington Street
This workshop will discuss ways of sitting to maximize comfort and long term back and neck health. Basic bodywork will be demonstrated. Registration is required. To register go to https://survey.vt.edu/survey/entry.jsp?id=1201550605284
Contact: Chris Pohowsky, chrispohowsky@hotmail.com

March 29 -30
9am-6 pm (Saturday) and 10-2:30 pm (Sunday) - Prom Dress Rugby, VT South Rec Fields,
The Virginia Tech Women’s Rugby Club Team is hosting a “Prom Dress” Tournament, women’s rugby teams around Virginia will come and play each other wearing Prom Dresses. Contact: Heather Cole, feather@vt.edu

March 29
7:30 pm - “One Woman Show”, Blacksburg Middle School, 3109 Prices Fork Rd
A performance given by Ivory Townsel from Prairie View Texas does an amazing show about women in different situations and how they overcome the challenges. She portrays a woman in jail, a single mother, a professional woman, and a student, trying to make it in a world where women work hard everyday to make themselves stand out and become empowered to move on.
Contact: Jessica Brunson, laxgir85@vt.edu

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