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Here you will find information about some of our signature events and programming. All of our events are free and open to the public. Click here for specific information and to see our events calendar and follow us on social media @umasswocln to find out about our updated programming.
Panels and Events:
Fall 2023
Art with WOCLN: Reclaiming Your Selfie
Open To: All
Time(s): 4:00PM - 6:00PM
Location: 127 New Africa House
WOCLN: Midterm Study Break
Open To: All
Location: 26 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.
WOCLN: 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
WOCLN: 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: 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!
WOCLN: Franklin Garden Tour
Open To: All. BIPOC women and nonbinary 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.
Roses, in the Mouth of a Lion: Reading, Conversation, and Writing Workshops
Open To: Open to students of the five colleges and all Hampshire community members
Date(s): 05/02/2023, 05/03/2023
Time(s): 12:00PM - 01:30PM [MHC] 05:30PM, 07:00PM [UMass]
Location: New Africa House Rm. 03
WOCLN, in collaboration with Stonewall, YKCC, and MHC are welcoming Bushra Rehman to discuss her novel 'Roses, in the Mouth of a Lion'. After the reading, Bushra will engage in conversation with Poet Adeeba Afshan Rana. Enjoy lively conversation and writing workshops over this two-day event. Attendants are welcome to attend one or all of the events.
Events schedule:
May 2nd, 12:00PM - 01:30PM Blanchard Campus Center-MHC [Contact Mount Holyoke for details] May 2nd, 05:30PM New Africa House Rm. 03 - Writing Workshop [Registration encouraged] light refreshments provided.
May 3rd, 07:00PM New Africa House Rm. 03 Reading and Conversation
Painting and Planting
Open To: all students, students of color encouraged to attend
Date(s): 05/10/2023
Time(s): 04:00PM-06:00PM
Location: New Africa House Room 127
As finals are approaching we will offer students the opportunity to unwind with our painting and planting event. You will have the chance to decorate pots with paint or stickers, as well as getting to place succulent plants into the pot. Not only will you get to partake in a relaxing event, but you'll receive new plants that can represent new growth and new journeys in your life. Bring friends. Refreshments are provided.
Register here!
Reception for Gina Chavez
Open To: All five college students and members of the Hampshire community
Date(s): 04/19/2023
Time(s): 05:30PM - 06:30PM
Location: Fine Arts Center
Join WOCLN, Stonewall center, and CMASS to watch 2020 Latin Grammy Nominee, Gina Chavez, perform at the Fine Arts Center on April 19th at 7:30PM. A community Reception is being held from 5:30PM to 6:30PM.
Please feel free to reach out with any questions! Interested students can connect with us via email (wocln@umass.edu) or on social media.
Refill Your Cup with Smoothies and Journaling
Open To: All students in the five colleges and members of the Hampshire community
Date(s): 04/11/2023
Time(s): 06:30PM - 7:30PM
Location: New Africa House Room 127
As we pass the midpoint of the semester, it can be difficult to find the time to take care of yourself. Carve out some time to meet other WOC, taste some delicious smoothies, and practice some gratitude journaling! Make it a wellness evening by also joining us for our yoga session with Tiffany right before. You may attend either or both of these events. Register here!
International Women's Day: Friend Speed Dating
Open To: All- Women and nonbinary students of color are encouraged to attend.
Date(s): 03/08/2023
Time(s): 5:30 PM
Location: 127 New Africa House
Happy International Women's Day! What is a better way to celebrate than meet and make new friends? Join the Women of Color Leadership Network for a fun Friend Speed Dating event and meet new WOC, write a postcard for an important woman in your life and learn more about WOCLN! Bring a friend or come to meet a new one!
Light snacks and feminist postcards will be provided.
Weekly drop-in Yoga sessions
Open To: All students in the 5 colleges and Hampshire community members
Date(s): 03/07/2023, 03/21/2023, 03/28/2023, 04/11/2023, 04/25/2023
Time(s): 5:30-6:30 PM
Location: 203 New Africa House- UMass
Would you like to unwind from your busy schedule? Recharge your energy and focus on your physical and emotional health? The Women of Color leadership Network invites you to Drop-in for free weekly yoga sessions with Tiffany Joseph on Tuesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM at New Africa House in Room 203. BIPOC students and community members are encouraged to attend.
What's the Tea: Let's talk Pink Tax
Open To: All
Date(s): 03/06/2023
Time(s): 7:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Location: UMass Amherst, New Africa House Room 311
What is the pink tax? Why does it exist? How does it impact women, women of color, nonbinary folks, transgender women, homeless women, and others the most? What can be done? These questions will be answered in a presentation done by WOCLN and the Period@UMass Amherst groups. We'll talk about pink tax, period poverty, and end with room for discussion. WOCLN will also mention a drive where students can drop off menstrual products outside WOCLN's office (127) during the rest of the week and the donations will be given to a local shelter.
Achieving Financial Wellness as a Woman of Color
Tuesday February 28 2023, 5:30PM
Open To: All women and non-binary students of color are encouraged to register and attend
Location: UMass
Click here for registration
Healing Racial and Gendered Violence Against Women: A drop-in space for Women of Color
Starting February 16th and goes on till April
Time: 5:30PM - 7PM
Open To: Women and Non-Binary individuals of color
Location: 127 New Africa House
