Fall 2023
Easing into Exams
Open to All
Date(s):12/07/2023
Time(s): 5:30-7 PM
Location: New Africa House, Rm 127
Cultural Appropriation vs. Appreciation: WOCLN
Open to All
Date(s):11/30/2023
Time(s): 4-5 PM
Location: Malcom X Cultural Center
Join the staff of WOCLN, LACC, and MXCC for an interactive discussion about cultural appropriation and appreciation! Learn how to differentiate the two concepts and understand how to identify ways to appreciate, instead of appropriating.
Project Self: Learn Share Connect
Open to All
Date(s): 09/29/2023, 10/13/2023, ...(every other Friday throughout the semester)
Time(s): 3:30-5 PM
Details for each event or to participate (Project Self Page)
What can you learn or teach in twenty minutes?
Project Self began in the 1970s as a way for local women to learn together, build community, and create a more equitable future – 50 years later, CWC is re-launching the program to create those opportunities for people of all genders in our community and we hope you will join us. Project Self is a skill-sharing community that brings our UMass community together to learn and grow. Each Project Self session will feature student-lead presentations focused on the knowledge and skills each presenter brings to our community.
Presenter applications are currently open until all sessions for the semester are filled.
- Receive e-mails about upcoming sessions: https://forms.gle/N4tv4i2z4a4hGwjx9
- Apply to Present:https://forms.gle/qMPBMMyLcmhvm5U7A
WOCLN: Journaling and Decorating
Open to All, Women and nonbinary students of color are highly encouraged to attend.
Date(s): 11/28/2023
Time(s): 4:00 to 6:00PM
Location: Rm 21 New Africa House
Join WOCLN staff for a relaxing time as we decorate journals, listen to soothing music and have some snacks. Bring your own journal to decorate or take one provided by WOCLN. Ask your friends to tag along!
What's the Tea: Colorism and Texturism
Open to All, Women and nonbinary students of color are highly encouraged to attend.
Date(s): 11/16/2023
Time(s): 5:30 to 6:30PM
Location: Rm 26 New Africa House
Join WOCLN for a facilitated, informal discussion about hair, colorism and texturism among women of color. Drinks and snacks will be provided.
WOCLN: Let's Create Vision Boards
Open to All, Women and nonbinary students of color are highly encouraged to attend.
Date(s): 11/14/2023
Time(s): 4:00 to 6:00PM
Location: Rm 127 New Africa House
What do you hope to accomplish before you graduate? Setting up and achieving goals are keys to your success in college. Join WOCLN staff to set your goals and intentions, explore your creativity and connect with other students of color over some snacks and some good conversation!
We will provide boards, stickers and magazines.
Art with WOCLN: Reclaiming Your Selfie
Open To: All
Time(s): 4:00PM - 6:00PM
Location: RM 21 New Africa House
WOCLN: Midterm Study Break
Open To: All
Location: RM 127 New Africa House
Join WOCLN for a laid-back homework/study session. This is an opportunity to be productive and get work done with peers with some snacks and supportive atmosphere.
What's the Tea? Imposter Syndrome
Open To: all (women and nonbinary students of color encouraged)
Location: 26 New Africa House
For those of us who feel like “frauds” and doubt our abilities despite all of the accomplishments and opportunities we worked for, this informal discussion will unpack the intricacies of imposter syndrome in women and nonbinary people of color. Join us for a conversation on what imposter syndrome is, what contributes to it and how to resist it and claim your accomplishments and how to support each other to overcome this.
Art with WOCLN: Drumming
Open To: All
Date(s): 10/17/2023
Time(s): 4-6PM
Location: 21 New Africa House
What's the Tea? Internalized Misogyny
Open To: All
Date(s): 10/12/2023
Time(s): 5:30 PM
Location:26 New Africa House
This informal discussion promises to delve deeper into the complexities of internalized misogyny and how people who do not identify as men still participate in sexism and perpetuate stereotypical gender roles, both historically and in the present day.
Join us for a thought-provoking evening where we share insights and explore ways to overcome and challenge these ingrained beliefs. Your perspective matters. Show up and let your voice be heard.
Art with WOCLN: Painting
Open To: All
Date(s): 10/03/2023
Time(s): 4-6PM
Location: 21 New Africa House
Join WOCLN for the second installment of our art series! Let your artistic spirit shine through with the guidance of our instructor at this creative and inclusive event.
We welcome women and nonbinary students of color to express themselves through painting. Dress comfortably, as your clothes might get a splash of paint! To get guided instructions from the artist before you start painting, arrive by 4. You are also welcome to arrive later if needed.
WOCLN: Franklin Garden Tour
Open To:
All. BIPOC women and non binary students are encouraged to join.
Date(s): 9/28/23
Time(s): 3-4 PM
Location: Franklin Permaculture Garden- Franklin DC
Join WOCLN for a tour of the Franklin Permaculture Garden. Learn from the experts at UMass Permaculture about the herbs and plants that are grown on our own campus, and learn about herbs that help with stress, anxiety, insomnia, and cold & flu symptoms. You will have a chance to blend special teas and try them, and maybe harvest some herbs. Registration Required.
WOCLN: Art with Origami
Open To: All. BIPOC women and nonbinary students are encouraged to join.
Date(s): 9/19/23
Time(s): 4-6 PM
Location: Franklin Permaculture Garden- Franklin DC
WOCLN: Campus Walk and Talk
Open To: All. BIPOC women and nonbinary students are encouraged to join.
Date(s): 9/14/23
Time(s): 5:30 PM
Location: Meet in Front of New Africa House
Get to know some hidden gems on campus and learn about others in the surrounding area. Ask questions and meet others as you walk around the beautiful campus.
WOCLN: Grow Your Roots: Meet and greet for BIPOC women and nonbinary students
Open To: All BIPOC women and nonbinary students
Date(s): 9/07/23
Time(s): 4-6 PM
Location: 127 New Africa House
Join WOCLN staff for a fun afternoon as you learn about what we do and how we build community. Meet people and make new friends and enjoy a relaxing atmosphere of music, refreshments and succulent planting. Welcome the new semester by planting your own roots with us!
Welcome Back to UMass: Ice Cream, Games and More
Open To: All
Date(s): 9/06/23 Rain date: 9/8/23
Time(s): 1-4 PM
Location: Outside New Africa House
Join CWC for ice cream and games! Learn about programs, services and opportunities available at the Center for Women & Community and the Women of Color Leadership.
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