Women's Forum 2009
In honor of Women's History Month, Roanoke College will host "Women's Forum 2009," a series of events March 15-22, 2009. This week-long celebration will include lectures, discussions, exhibitions, performances, and other events that feature or focus on women in areas across the liberal arts.
Sunday, March 15, 5:30 -7:00 p.m., Wortmann Ballroom
"Girls Fight Back!"
An interactive program aimed at preventing and fighting back against violence, combining cutting-edge safety training, empowerment and simple techniques that are easy to remember. The program is delivered in a comedic fashion, using a practical and down-to-earth approach to safety. For more details, check out the "Girls Fight Back!" website.
Sunday, March 15, 5:30 p.m., Colket Center Atrium (continues through March 22)
"The Clothesline Project" Opening
A display of shirts designed by victims of rape and their friends or family.
Monday, March 16, 4:30 p.m., Pickle Lounge.
International Women's Day Reception
Honoring mothers, wives, sisters, friends and colleagues. To inspire women and celebrate their achievements. Activities include dance, music, special recognitions and a bilingual poetry reading performance of "Female Voices of Latin America/Voces femeninas de Latino América." This event is sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Affairs and Hispanic Organization for Leadership & Achievement.
Monday, March 16, 7:30 p.m., Antrim Chapel.
The Death Penalty in America: A Conversation with Sister Helen Prejean and Marie Deans
Sister Helen is a leading American advocate for the abolition of the death penalty. Her first book served as a basis for the feature film Dead Man Walking. Sister Helen is making a return visit to Roanoke College. Book sale and signing to follow the lecture. No tickets required.
Tuesday, March 17, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Mill Mountain Coffee, Salem.
"Is She Loose or Is She Liberated?"
Cofffee Shop Conversation with the RC Honors Program. Asking the question of whether or not the way women dress, talk, and act on college campuses means they are simply comfortable with themselves and their sexuality, or they are doing it for attention.
Tuesday, March 17, 7:30 p.m., Antrim Chapel.
"Star Spangled Girls" performance
The Touring Theater Ensemble of North Carolina will perform this short play about women in World War II. No tickets required.
Wednesday, March 18, 4:30 p.m., Mill Mountain Coffee, Salem
"Gender and Race: (What) Are They? (What) Do We Want Them To Be?"
Roanoke College's "Women in Philosophy" group will lead a discussion on the Sally Haslanger work. To receive the text, e-mail Dr. Monica Vilhauer at vilhauer@roanoke.edu.
Wednesday, March 18, 5:00 p.m., Moyer Sports Complex
RC Women's Softball Game vs. Guilford College
Admission is free.
Wednesday, March 18, 6:00-7:00 p.m., Kime Meeting Room.
"Influential Women in Science"
Dr. DorothyBelle Poli, Assistant Professor of Biology will give a brief presentation of the world's most influential women in science. Q&A to follow.
Wednesday, March 18, 7:30 p.m., Wortmann Ballroom.
AAUW's Night of Workshops about Women
Celebrate being a woman! Workshops include: Chain of Strong Women, Cutting Up the Negative: Our Body Image, Spirituality Beads, and CHOCOLATE FONDUE!
Thursday, March 19, 12:00-1:00 p.m., Antrim Chapel
"The Church Women Want" - Women's Spirituality Group's lunch discussion with Dr. Mary Henold
What kind of church are women looking for today? What do women do when they find themselves at odds with their church? These are just a couple of questions that women of all church backgrounds ask themselves. Come join us for a lively discussion led by Dr. Henold. Bring your lunch (drinks and dessert provided). This event is sponsored by the Chaplain's Office.
Thursday, March 19, 4:30 p.m., Pickle Lounge
Poetry Reading by Carol Guerrero-Murphy
Dr. Carol Guerrero-Murphy chairs the Department of English, Theatre, Communications and Foreign Language at Adams State College in Colorado. Her book Table Walking at Nighthawk (Ghost Road Press, 2007) received the WILLA Award, named for noted author Willa Cather.
Thursday, March 19, 8:00-10:00 p.m., Back Quad
Take Back the Night Rally
The rally provides awareness to the problem of widespread violence against women, provide survivors an opportunity to speak out and unite individuals who wish to work with others to make our community safer. The evening includes an open microphone for survivors, music and viewing of The Clothesline Project.
Friday, March 20 - All Day!
Maroon Day to Honor Women Athletics
Kickoff a weekend of women's athletic events in style!
Wear your RC colors! Show your pride in our Maroons!
Saturday, March 21, 9:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m., C. Homer Bast Track and Alumni Field
RC Women's (& Men's) Outdoor Track and Field Invitational
Admission is free.
Saturday, March 21, 2:00 p.m., Moyer Sports Complex
RC Women's Softball Game vs. Virginia Wesleyan
Admission is free.
Saturday, March 21, 2:00 p.m., Donald J. Kerr Stadium
RC Women's Lacrosse Game vs. Salisbury
Admission is free.
Sunday, March 22, 1:30 p.m., Moyer Sports Complex
RC Women's Softball Game vs. Randolph-Macon
Admission is free.
Sunday, March 22, 11:00 a.m., RC Tennis Courts
RC Women's Tennis vs. North Carolina Wesleyan
Admission is free.
Sponsors of Women's Forum 2009 include the Office of Community Programs & Special Events, the Office of Multicultural Affairs, the Chaplain's Office, the Colket Center, the Honors Program, Gender and Women's Studies, CCLS, Sexual Assault Awareness & Recovery Team (SAART), the Panhellenic Council, H.O.L.A., the RC Chapter of the American Association of University Women, the Roanoke College Circle of Omicron Delta Kappa, Lucas Hathaway Fund, Fowler Legacy Program, and the College's Athletics, English and History Departments.
