Miami, Feb. 28, 2017 – Throughout the month of March, Miami Dade College (MDC) will present dozens of exciting, informative and fun events in honor of Women’s History Month. The events are free and open to the community (unless otherwise noted), and will take place at MDC campuses and outreach centers.
Women’s History Month at MDC highlights trailblazing women who, through their strength and dedication, have helped redefine what it means to be a leader in America today. MDC recognizes women who have not only made an impact in their respective industries, but who have steadily kept the wheels of progress turning for future generations. From fashion to politics, they have led the way in moving women up the corporate ladder, building a stronger, more diverse workforce.
Join us as we celebrate and pay tribute to the greatness of all women through dozens of presentations, films, discussions, displays and performances. To view a complete list of Women’s History Month events at MDC, visit http://www.bluetoad.com/publication?i=387864
Some of this year’s highlights include:
Girls Who Code
Learn about opportunities for women in technology and engineering fields from a speaker from Girls Who Code, a national nonprofit organization working to close the gender gap in these sectors.
Wednesday, March 8, noon – 1 p.m.
Hialeah Campus, Room 5101 A
1780 W 49th Street
Hialeah, Florida
Panel Discussion on Women in Business
Event will feature an opening presentation involving the history of women in business and entrepreneurship. Panel will discuss opportunities within their professional and personal experiences and what strategies they implemented to penetrate their industries. The guests will showcase their services and products.
Wednesday, March 15, noon – 1 p.m.
Hialeah Campus, room 5101 A
1780 W 49th Street
Hialeah, Florida
Celebrating Women in the Military
Join us for this presentation to celebrate the history of women who served in or with the US military as we learn of the complex story of policy development, cultural expectations, social norms, race relationships and citizenship that allowed them to serve. Hosted by Prof. Simeon Richardson, and sponsored by Student Life.
Wednesday, March 8, 12:40 -1:55 p.m.
Homestead Campus, Room F22
500 College Terrace
Homestead, Florida
Still I Rise: Celebrating the Voices of Women across the Ages and around the Globe
Get dressed for Tea Time as we celebrate women of all ages from around the world. Tea and finger treats will be served. Hosted by Women’s History Month Committee. Sponsored by Student Life.
Tuesday, March 28, noon – 1:30 p.m.
Homestead Campus, Room F222
500 College Terrace
Homestead, Florida
Opening Presentation by Dr. Lynette Long
Dr. Lynette Long is the founder and president of Equal Visibility Everywhere (EVE), a not-for-profit which focuses on researching the under-representation of women on our nation’s symbols and icons: currency, stamps, statues, google doodles, monuments and memorials, street names, and national holidays. Her research has brought national attention to the fact that only nine of the one hundred statues in National Statuary Hall in the United States Capitol honor women. Long has been instrumental in securing authorization for a statue of Amelia Earhart in the United States Capitol.
Wednesday, March 1, at noon
InterAmerican Campus, Room 401
627 S.W. 27th Ave.
Miami, Florida
Lotus House Presentation – Women’s Strength and Perseverance in the Face of Adversity
Meet and listen to incredible women from Lotus House, who share their experiences of resilience and perseverance. Founded in 2004, Sundari Foundation, Inc. (Lotus House) is a non-denominational, non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of poor, disadvantaged and homeless women, youth and children by ensuring that they have the sanctuary, support, education and resources needed to heal, grow, and blossom into who they were truly meant to be. The first initiative of the Foundation was the establishment of the Lotus House Women’s Shelter in 2006 in the heart of Overtown.
Wednesday, March 29, at 10 a.m.
InterAmerican Campus, Room 3103
627 S.W. 27th Ave.
Miami, Florida
Coffee with the Author, Sandra Castillo
Join Sandra M. Castillo, author, scholar and professor, who will discuss her book Eating Moors and Christians, a delicious concoction of imagery and history. A work of luminous poems of her life in post-revolutionary Cuba, of exile in Miami and her journey back, each time unearthing powerful new memories and voices that become part of this great ajiaco of magic, glorious food and unforgettable people. The book is a demonstration of leadership in action, her lived experience as a creative process and a necessary read here, there and everywhere.
Thursday, March 23, 9:50 – 11:05 a.m.
Kendall Campus, Room R403
11011 S.W.104th St.
Miami, Florida
Women’s Courage in Action
A victims’ advocacy panel discussion brings awareness of topics including human trafficking, date rape and domestic violence. In addition to receiving measures for prevention, participants will be offered information on obtaining assistance in the event of a crime. Light refreshments to be served.
Thursday, March 30, 9:50 – 11:05 a.m.
Kendall Campus’ Auditorium, Room 6120
11011 S.W.104th St.
Miami, Florida
Women’s History Month Kick-Off Activity Fit and Fabulous Day!
MDC’s Medical Campus start off Women’s History Month with a celebration and health screenings.
Wednesday, March 1, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Medical Campus, Room 1175
950 N.W. 20th St.
Miami, Florida
Self Defense Workshop
Learn how to defend yourself! Join us for a variety of demonstrations on self-defense techniques and an informational session.
Tuesday, March 14, noon – 1 p.m.
Medical Campus, Room 1175
950 N.W. 20th St.
Miami, Florida
Nicole Yarling Presents Women in Jazz
The opening ceremony will begin with a workshop open to the campus community, followed by a concert and refreshments. Sponsored by Student Life.
Wednesday, March 1, 5:40 p.m., Workshop; 7:30 p.m., Concert
West Campus, Green Parking Garage
3800 N.W. 115th Ave.
Miami, Florida
Villain Theaters Presents Hilarious Women of Comedy
A group of hilarious comediennes will rock the stage, discussing issues affecting women today. Sponsored by Student Life.
Tuesday, March 7, at 7 p.m.
West Campus, Room 1102
3800 N.W. 115th Ave.
Miami, Florida
Honoring Trailblazing Women in Labor and Business Display
The MEEK Center Library will display books and posters about trailblazing women in labor and business.
Ongoing Throughout March
Carrie P. Meek Entrepreneurial Education Library, Room 1201
6300 NW Seventh Ave.
Miami, Florida
Sharon Plotkin Crime Scene Investigator Proving Guilty or Innocent
Professor Plotkin has been doing crime scene investigations for almost 20 years for North Miami Police. She holds a Masters in Criminal Justice from FIU and has training in the fields of bloodstain reconstruction, documenting, and reconstruction scenes. She is also a full time faculty teaching crime scene investigation at MDC’s North Campus. Hosted by Professor Lourdes España.
Friday, March 3, noon – 1:00 p.m.
North Campus
11380 N.W. 27th Avenue
Miami, Florida
Eiko Otake: Dance, Environment and Politics
A survey of Japanese dancer, choreographer and activist Eiko’s A Body in Places through haunting performance photos and video. Her solo project intersects place, dance and environmental disasters. Professor Thevenot will lead a discussion with guest panelist, Professor Alena Fresquet, focusing on Eiko’s Fukushima and Miami performances.
Wednesday, March 15, noon – 1 p.m.
North Campus
11380 N.W. 27th Avenue
Miami, Florida
Female Spies and Other Notorious Women
Join History Professor Paul Tisevich in uncovering the lives and experiences of history’s most notorious women.
Friday, March 10, 11 – 11:50 a.m.
Wolfson Campus, Room 3208-09
300 N.E. Second Ave.
Miami, Florida
The Change Maker in You
An all-female panel of local community leaders will engage students in a discussion about social innovation and the entrepreneurship culture that will educate, support and nurture change makers. A Q&A session will follow the presentation.
Thursday, March 23, 11:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Wolfson Campus, Room 3208-09
300 N.E. Second Ave.
Miami, Florida