Carthage Celebrates Women’s History Month

“Each time a girl opens a book and reads a womanless history, she learns she is worth less.” – Myra Pollack Sadker

Each year in March, we celebrate women’s contributions to history, culture, and society.

Much of Western world history is dominated by the perspectives and stories of white males. Studying women’s history provides an opportunity to understand the structures in place throughout the world and their impact on women — past and present.

During Women’s History Month, we honor our foremothers and present-day activists who smashed the glass ceiling and refuse to live by narratives that limit their contributions to their families, careers, communities, nations, and the world. At Carthage, we celebrate women’s stories and explore and examine the lives of women all year long.

Scroll down to learn more about our upcoming events and use the resources provided below to learn more about how women have shaped history, contributed to important scientific advancements, conquered the business world, and much more.

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Women’s History Month Events

Tuesday, March 12 

Films with a purpose 

4:30-6:30 pm, Engagement and Inclusion Center 

The women’s movement has gone mainstream: from the Women’s March to Black Lives Matter to #MeToo. Premiering amid a pandemic and widespread social upheaval, NOT DONE shines a light on today’s feminists paving the way for true equality.

Wednesday, March 13

Women’s history month caf takeover

11:00 am - 1:30 pm, CAF

This Women’s History Month celebration will highlight foods from different cultures and ethnicities. Sponsored by the Office of Equity and Inclusion and United Women of Color. 

Thursday, March 14 

She thrives wellness night

4:00-7:00 pm, Todd Wehr Center 128s and Jockey Rooms 

Join UWC to celebrate Women’s History Month! There will be wellness workshops, food, small business, and more!

Wednesday, March 20

women’s Luncheon 

11:45 am - 1:30 pm, Todd Wehr Center Jockey Room B 

As we conclude our month-long celebration of Women’s History Month, join us for lunch and inspiring conversations with students, faculty, and staff as we celebrate all people who identify as women. Sponsored by the Office of Equity and Inclusion & Women’s and Gender Studies.
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Monday, March 25 

Sip and paint

11:30 am - 3:00 pm, Engagement and Inclusion Center

Join us to celebrate all the different aspects of being a woman during our Sip and Paint event!! We will have calming music to relax and lots of paint to get creative!

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Watch Films & Educational Videos about Women

 

Listen to Podcasts About Women

 

Read Educational Articles & Websites