Women's Studies Program

Monday, March 1 marks the beginning of Women's History Month. Chaired by Cathryn Lavery, PhD, Criminal Justice, the calendar of events features a rich array of programs under the theme of Women as Advocates and Survivors. Several highlights of the month include a production of Herstory by Key Arts Productions, a keynote address by Amy Paulin, New York State Assembly - 88th District, Opening Gallery Exhibition of "Family Matters," a screening of Missing followed by a Q and A with journalist Charles Horman's widow, Joyce Horman and actor John Shea, a production of Third a play by Wendy Wasserstein with post performance discussion, Student's Scholars Conference, and a live performance by Vicci Martinez (Outstanding Folk / Country Song 2009), and so much more.

There will be a series of lectures and a dramatic presentation featuring the importance of advocacy and ways to stop violence against women. The role of women and men as advocates for peace will be featured, along with the men of Iona faculty discussing What Feminism Means to Me. All are encouraged to bring a class or friend to as many lectures, panel discussions, and performances as possible.

Schedule:
Herstory
Tuesday, March 2, noon - End Zone, Robert V. LaPenta Student Union

Domestic Violence in Westchester and Issues for Law Enforcement
Thursday, March 4, noon - End Zone, Robert V. LaPenta Student Union

Key Note Speaker: Amy Paulin New York State Assembly - 88th District
Friday, March 5, noon - Romita Auditorium, Ryan Library

"Family Matters" Opening Gallery Reception
Sunday, March 7, noon - Brother Kenneth Chapman Gallery, Arts Center

War is not the Answer Campaign: Women & Men Advocate for Peace
Monday, March 8, 11:00 am - Romita Auditorium, Ryan Library

"Women as Peacemakers in Gaza"
Monday, March 8, 12:30 pm - Romita Auditorium, Ryan Library

Criminal Poisoning: The Truth About Alcohol & Drug Facilitated Sexual Assault
Monday, March 8, 6:30 pm - End Zone, Robert V. LaPenta Student Union

Teach-In: Women & Re-entry Issues in Criminal Justice
Tuesday, March 9, 10:00 am - Thomas J. Burke Lounge, Spellman Hall

Teach-In: Women Survivors of Sex Trafficking: Services & Barriers to Rebuilding Lives
Tuesday, March 9, 11:00 am - Thomas J. Burke Lounge, Spellman Hall

Teach-In: Love Shouldn't Hurt: A Dramatic Presentation
Tuesday, March 9, noon - Thomas J. Burke Lounge, Spellman Hall

Teach-In Town Meeting - What Feminism Means to Me
Tuesday, March 9, 1:00 pm - Thomas J. Burke Lounge, Spellman Hall

Film Screening: Missing
Tuesday, March 9, 7:00 pm - The Christopher J. Murphy Auditorium, Murphy Center
Q&A with Special Guest Joyce Horman and John Shea.

Women & Drug Addiction
Thursday, March 11, noon - End Zone, Robert V. LaPenta Student Union

Student's Scholars Conference
Tuesday, March 23, 11:00 am - Faculty Reception Room, Spellman Hall

Edmund Rice and Teresa of Avila
Tuesday, March 23, 4:30 pm - Blessed Edmund Rice Chapel

Production of Third by Wendy Wasserstein with post performance discussion
Wednesday, March 24, 7:00 pm - Romita Auditorium, Ryan Library

Faculty Panel: "The 'F' Word - How Feminism Affects My Discipline & Teachings"
Thursday, March 25, noon - End Zone, Robert V. LaPenta Student Union

Production of Third by Wendy Wasserstein with post performance discussion
Thursday, March 25, 7:00 pm - End Zone, Robert V. LaPenta Student Union

Vicci Martinez Live Performance (Outstanding Folk / Country Song 2009)
Wednesday, March 31, 9:30 pm - End Zone, Robert V. LaPenta Student Union