Student Life

Women's History Month

Women's History Month

Women's History Month is observed in March. HCC hosts several events to celebrate women's history. Check this page often for updates!

EVENTS

Monday, March 4 

Movie Monday: Barbie
12 p.m. | Campus Center Cafeteria

Barbie and Ken are having the time of their lives in Barbie Land. However, when they get a chance to go to the real world, they soon discover the joys and perils of living among humans.


Tuesday, March 5

Trivia Tuesday: Women's History Month
11:30 a.m. | Campus Center Cafeteria

Explore the stories and accomplishments of women across history in a fun and interactive trivia game. There will be prizes for winners and a small giveaway for all participants.


Friday, March 8

International Women's Day Table
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Campus Center Cafeteria 

Stop by to write a thank-you to a woman in your life, get a sticker or pin, and celebrate International Women's Day. 

Dress to EmpowHER
All Day | Across Campus

Dress up as your favorite woman superhero, wear a shirt of a woman who inspires you, or wear purple!


Monday, March 18

Movie Monday: Hidden Figures
12 p.m. | Campus Center Cafeteria

Hidden Figures is the story of a team of women African-American mathematicians who served a vital role in NASA during the early years of the U.S. space program.


Wednesday, March 20

Women's History Month Panel on "Finding the Words"
11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. | Campus Center Cafeteria Stage

Come hear from HCC faculty & alumni who were involved in the film: Finding the Words: The Story of Voices from Inside. The panel will discuss what Voices From Inside (VFI) is and the creation of the film. Also, mark your calendar for April 25, 12:30-1:30 p.m., when VFI will perform their poetry at HCC!

Monday, March 25

Movie Monday: Finding the Words: The Story of Voices from Inside
12 p.m. | Campus Center Cafeteria

Finding the Words: The Story of Voices from Inside helps audiences understand the circumstances that can lead to incarceration and addiction, as well as how writing can be a tool for hope and healing.


Tuesday, March 26

Women's Networking Event
1 - 2:30 p.m. | Kittredge 301/303

HCC students, faculty, staff, and alumni are invited to come together for an afternoon of connection-building, professional networking, and uplifting one another. Light refreshments will be available.

Please RSVP by March 25


Thursday, March 28

Women in Sports | 12pm | Campus Center 224 (staff/faculty dining)
Join HCC women's basketball coach Joe Paige and student-athletes to learn about the origins of Title IX, its impact on sports and education, and how we can support Athletics at HCC.


March 1 - 22

Women's History Month Display Case
M - TH  8 a.m. - 6 p.m.; F 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. | Donahue, Library Lobby

Come view an inspirational display featuring current students, alumnae, faculty, and staff in the HCC Library. 


All Month Long

Check out books, podcasts, and movies related to Women's History Month. WHM 2024 - Resources to Explore