Butte College will honor Women's History Month during the month of March. We are pleased to join the national effort to commemorate and encourage the study, observance and celebration of the vital role of women in American history. The Following events will be happening during the month of March:
That’s What She Said Display and Opening Remarks
March 7 from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. in the Campus Center Lounge
Join us in the Campus Center Lounge for a chance to view the That’s What She Said visual display, hear opening
remarks by Butte College Safe Place and Wellness Program Coordinator, Quinsea Pratt, and a enjoy a light lunch.
Hidden Figures, Film and Discussion
March 12 from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. at the Chico Center Student Lounge (Room 146)
Hidden Figures tells the incredible untold story of Katherine Jonson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson – brilliant African-American women working at NASA who served as the brains behind the launch into orbit of astronaut John Glenn. Facilitated by Safe Place and Wellness Program Coordinator, Quinsea Pratt.
Well Behaved Women Seldom Make History
March 14 from 9:30 a.m. - 10:45 p.m. in Safe Place (Swing Space A, next to Arts)
Join us at Safe Place for an introduction to women’s achievements throughout history as well as some interactive
activities and discussions. Facilitated by Butte College Faculty, Alicia Trider and Lauren Wilson.
Painting Her Story, Paint and Sip
March 14, 11a.m.-12:30p.m. In the Culture & Community Center
A time to sip (on juice and apple cider) and paint, unwind and share stories and experiences among women with intersecting identities. Facilitated by Culture and Community Center Program Specialist, Je’Meshia Wade.
Objectification vs. Empowerment
March 26 at 10 a.m. in the Culture and Community Center
An open discussion about female empowerment movements and where we draw the line (if we draw the line) between objectification and empowerment. Facilitated by Culture and Community Center Program Specialist, Je’Meshia Wade.
March 28 from 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. at Safe Place
Come alleviate the stress building up in your life and indulge in a spa day! Attendees will enjoy hors d’ oeurves, foot soaks, face peels, head massage, meditation, manicures and cider. For more information and to register contact, Safe place at 879-6185. $1 Registration fee.
