Silhouettes of women wearing international dress for Women's International Day

Women's History Month

“Countless women have steered the course of our history, and their stories are ones of steadfast determination. From reaching for the ballot box to breaking barriers on athletic fields and battlefields, American women have stood resolute in the face of adversity and overcome obstacles to realize their full measure of success. Women’s History Month is an opportunity for us to recognize the contributions women have made to our Nation, and to honor those who blazed trails for women’s empowerment and equality...... I call upon all our citizens to observe this month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities that honor the history, accomplishments, and contributions of American women” (Barack Obama, Presidential Proclamation, March 2010).


2012 Women's History Month Collaborators

Celebrating Women’s History Month in March, the Women’s Center has joined efforts with a number of offices, departments and individuals to bring special events and activities to the University of Dayton campus.

Amy Anderson, Ph.D., Center for International Programs
Alisa Bartel, GA Political Science
Adriane Benedict, Women's Center Student Programming Assistant
Kelly Bohrer, Campus Ministry
Susan Byrnes, ArtStreet
Peggy DesAustels, Ph.D., Dept of Philosophy
Daria Yvonne Graham, Office of Multicultural Affairs

Sr. Linda Lee Jackson, OP, Campus Ministry
Denise James, Ph.D., Dept of Philosophy
Caroline Merithew, Ph.D., Dept of History
Pattie Waugh, Women's Center
Scott West, Roesch Library
Rebecca Whisnant, Ph.D., Women's and Gender Studies& Dept of Philosophy

2012 Event List

Book read: their eyes were watching god
An Evening with LaFrae Sci
Human Trafficking Event: Consciousness Rising Concert
Human Trafficking Event: Consciousness Rising for Social Justice
Busy Person's Retreat: Now is the Acceptable Time
Sweats to Suits: Bridging the Gap from Campus to Career
DocuSpot Film: Tea & Justice: The Life and Times of NYPD's First Women Officers
Career Conversations with Missy Mazzoli: 'Where's My Road Map? Inventing Indie-Chamber Music'
UD Arts Series: Victoire
Friday Night Films: For colored Girls
Food for the Soul Marianist Style
Investigating the Female Form
John D'Emilio Presents: An Agitator for Justice: The Life and Work of Bayard Rustin
Friday Night Films: The Kids Are All Right
International Festival
Miryam Award Prayer Service and Reception
Chris Cuomo Presentation: Gender, Class, and Climate Change: How on Earth are they Connected?
Sisterhood of the Traveling Scarf Closing Reception

Three UD students being "Radical Cheerleaders"