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Feminist Fair
May 23rd
10am - 5pm
MU Quad
Join us in the MU Quad to celebrate the annual Feminist Fair. There will be prizes, many different booths, music, crafts, games, and food. Anyone can come participate and have fun. It is a chance to learn about different student groups on campus, feminism, and the vital role that the Women's Center plays on campus. Meet the Women's Center staff, and try out the most comfortable couches on campus.
Interested in getting involved? Email Meghan at womenscenter@oregonstate.edu for infomation.
Brown Bag Lunch with Patty Seybold
Thursday, May 22
Time: 12-1:30pm
Location: Women's Center
The Women’s Center is hosting a brown bag luncheon with Patty Seybold who will be discussing her work in the field of open innovation and will be drawing ideas from her most recently published book, Outside Innovation: How Your Customers will Co-Design Your Company’s Future.
Background: Patty Seybold is a consultant, customer advocate and thought leader with 30 years of experience working with customer-centric business visionaries and technology pioneers in many industries to help these leaders transform their businesses to better meet and anticipate their customers' needs. Seybold is also the CEO of the Patricia Seybold Group, a Boston-based consulting firm and the author of three best-selling books, Outside Innovation (2006), Customers.com (1998), and The Customer Revolution (2001).
The Assertive Cancer Patient: Living with Cancer—and an Attitude
Tuesday, May 20 3:30-5pm
Waldo Hall 201A
Presentation Topics: The (High) Cost of Cancer Drugs, Drug Repositories, Her Search for a Canadian Husband, Boycotting October, Breast Cancer Barbie (and Friends) and More!
Annual Interntional Feminist Film Festival
Free admission:
May 20th (6-9pm)
M.U. 208
The Breast Cancer Dairies One in Eight May 22nd (6-9pm)
M.U. Journey rm
Busting Out Toxic Bust: Chemicals and Breast Cancer
Heart of the Sea: Kapolioka’ ehukai
Bike Workshop
Tuesday, May 20
Time: 4-6pm
Location: Women's Center
Come to the Women's Center and learn the basics about your bike by experts from Peak Sports: oiling your chain, flat tires, adjusting gears, and so much more! All you have to do is bring your bike and food and drinks will be provided.
7th Annual Women’s Symposium
Monday, May 19 6-7:30pm
MU Council Room
Topic: Women Branch Out: An open forum regarding Women's past, present, and future experiences in the three branches of the government
Panel: - State Rep. Sara Gelser (House District 16– Corvallis/Philomath) - Rorie Spill-Solberg (Associate Professor in Political Science at OSU) - Louise Solliday (Director of the Department of State Lands for the State of Oregon)
Refreshments will be provided!
Spring into You: Spring Clothing Exchange
Tuesday, May 13
Time: 2-5pm
Location: Women’s Center
It’s that time of the year—Spring Cleaning will be in its full effect on Tuesday, May 13. Clean out your closet, bring clothes that you: 1) don’t wear 2) can’t fit 3) don’t want 4) think it’s ugly or 5) don’t want because it doesn’t fit so it’s ugly anyway. Bring it all in and exchange them for something new! One woman’s trash is another woman’s treasure!
All clothing left unclaimed will be donated to the Vina Moses Center which provides clothing, household goods and emergency financial assistance to residents of Benton County.
Also, bring in an old t-shirt or bra to decorate, bedazzle, and to express yourself for it to be displayed during our Feminist Fair on May 23.
Jeanne Sather: The Assertive Cancer Patient
Tuesday, May 20
Time: 3:30-5pm
Location: Waldo Hall 201A
Presentation Topics: The (High) Cost of Cancer Drugs, Drug Repositories, Her Search for a Canadian Husband, Boycotting October, Breast Cancer Barbie (and Friends) and More! Click for more information about Jeanne and her blog, The Assertive Cancer Patient: Living with Cancer—and an attitude.
Women’s Center Book Club
Three Cups of Tea: One Man’s Mission to Promote Peace… One school at a Time, by Greg Mortensen & David Oliver Relin
Please RSVP to attend our first ever book club meeting on:
Thursday, May 29
Time: 3pm
Location: Women’s Center
If you’re interested in discussing this amazing read—contact us at womenscenter@oregonstate.edu or 541-737-3186
Don’t forget that if you purchase your copy at the OSU Bookstore, you will receive an 8% Student/Faculty discount! Ask them about their book club wall, where you can find a copy!
Women and Body Image
Date: Thursday, May 8
Time: 4pm
Location: Women’s Center
Melissa Fredette (Counseling and Psychological Services) will be presenting about body image and eating disorders. Make fun/inspirational craft projects and enjoy yummy snacks!
Quilting with Beth
Date: Thursday, May 8
Time: 5:30pm
Location: Women’s Center
Come to the Women’s Center and learn the basics of quilting with our very own director, Beth Rietveld. Her art is relaxing, beautiful & timeless!
Women and Body Image
Thursday, May 8, 2008
Time: 4pm
Location: Women's Center
Melissa Fredette (Counseling and Psychological Services) will be presenting about body image and eating disorders. Make fun/inspirational craft projects and enjoy yummy snacks!
Sexual Health BINGO
Date: Tuesday, May 6
Time: TBD
Location: Women’s Center
Think you’re a SEXPERT? Come to the WC and test your knowledge about sexual health! What could be more fun and interesting than that?! Win awesome PRIZES! Queer inclusive and fun for all!!!
The Beatles at OSU
Date: Friday, April 25 & May 3
Time: 7-9pm
Location: Milam Auditorium
This concert will be a recreation of The Beatles’ “Revolver” and Pink Floyd’s “Wish You Were Here” by local Corvallis musicians and “Imaginary Friends”.
This performance is being sponsored by the OSU Music Department and the Women's Center, and all proceeds from the concert will be donated to CARDV, the Center Against Rape and Domestic Violence. Last year, the live concert brought in over $8,000 to help survivors of sexual and domestic violence and their children stay safe.
Take part in helping this great cause by attending this amazing concert! Admission to the event is $5. Tickets are now available online, or at the OSU Women's Center.
For more information please visit: The Beatles at OSU.
Plant a Seed at the Women’s Center
Spring Open House
Date: Thursday, April 24
Time: 2-5:30pm
Location: Women’s Center
Come on in, get a free plant and plant yourself at the Women’s Center and watch it grow! Everyone is invited to plant a seed, learn about the center, get to know the staff and have lots of fun! Refreshments will be provided, so we hope to see you here!
Grant a Wish…
CARDV Wish List Drive
Date: Beg. Tuesday, April 22 thru May
Drop-off Locations: Women’s Center & Women Studies Department
To fulfill the ongoing needs of survivors of sexual and domestic violence and their children, CARDV (Center Against Rape & Domestic Violence) has created a Wish List program to collect new and used items. Please donate what you can to this great organization. Below is a list of possible donation items:
Personal Care Items:
* Conditioner, shampoo, styling gel
* Soap, Deodorant, lotion
* Brushes, combs, hair ties
* Toothpaste, toothbrushes
Please note that only new/unused personal care items can be accepted.
Household items:
* Zip-lock bags, plastic wrap, aluminum foil
* Automatic Dishwasher Detergent
* Laundry Soap
* Hand Soap
* Paper towels
* Toilet Paper
For Children:
* Children's books
* Play Dough
* Wooden puzzles for preschoolers
* Board games
For complete list please visit: http://cardv.peak.org/wishlist.php
Earth Day Poetry Reading
April 22
In celebration of Earth Day, Dr. Elizabeth Campbell (from the English Dept.) will be reading women's poetry about nature with a brief discussion afterwards.
Juice and cookies provided!
Time: 3-4pm
Location: Women's Center
Sexual Assault Awareness Month
April 1 -30
Event information
Come into the Women's Center to find out what you can do to get involved.
Representative Sara Gelser is coming to the Women's Center
April 8th, 2008
12 -2 pm
Oregon State University Women's Center in partnership with New Leadership Oregon is sponsoring a presentation by Rep. Sara Gelser from the Oregon House of Representatives. For more information click here.
Noted human rights activist and author John Prendergast Speaks at OSU!!
Friday, April 4, 2008
Time: 7pm
Location: Austin Auditorium inside LaSells Stewart Center
Noted human rights activist and author John Prendergast Speaks at OSU!!
*This event is FREE and open to the PUBLIC*
*Visit the event website to learn more and RSVP!: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=10754212785
John Prendergast has experience working with a vast network of political leaders, including his work as a White House Aide. Prendergast also works with socially conscious celebrities including DON CHEADLE and ANGELINA JOLIE.
John Prendergast has established himself as one of the most important shapers of public and official opinion regarding Darfur. Our aim is to make as many students and others as possible aware of this event and its importance (so tell EVERYONE!). This event will be inspiring and empowering!! & will provide us with knowledge about one of the most significant events of the 21st century.
5 Years too Many: Silent Procession for Peace
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
The invasion began March 19, 2003.
To walk in the procession meet at 11:30 at the First United Methodist Parking Lot, Monroe and 12th. Please wear black. Signs are optional.
Gather at 12 Noon, MU Quad Steps
Event is sponsored by Faculty and Staff for Peace and Justice, Women in Black, OSU Women's Center, Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Corvallis Social Justice Action Group, First United Methodist Church-Active for Peace and Justice Group, United Church of Christ Just Peace Committee, Amnesty International Writers Group, Albany Peace Seekers, Alternatives to War, and Veterans for Peace Ch. 132.
Women on Wednesdays: Personal Finance
March 5, 2008
5-6pm
On the final workshop of the series come discuss various issues realting to women and careers, and what it means to be "successful".
Eating Disorder Awareness
Hoping to create a better understanding of the disorder
February 28, 2008
Time: 3-5pm
We will be making body positive magnets with images and phrases. Beth Wasylow will be speaking from CAPS. Cookies and juice provided!
Real Women have Curves
The Women’s Affair Task Force invites you to watch “Real Women Have Curves,” with a discussion on positive body image lead by Dr. Patti Watkins of the Women Studies department. FREE FOOD!
Wednesday, February 27 @ 6pm
Women on Wednesdays: Personal Finance workshop
This week, come learn about taxes! We’ll cover basic forms, relevant deductions and credits, and an unfortunate new law that will adversely affect most college students under age 24.
Wednesday, February 27 from 5-6pm
Breaking up is hard to do
When: Friday, Feb. 22
Time: 4pm
Location: Women's Center
A conversation and sharing circle about breaking up and how to appropriately communicate that it's over.
The Coming of Age Party
Celebrating our monthly friend
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Time: 3-5PM
Location: Women's Center
Come one, come all to celebrate your coming of age--a little late! Tired of having your womanhood hidden and shunned? Want to show the world that your period is as amazing as the rest of you? Are you someone who honors the periods of the women in your life? Then this is the party for you! It's high time we embrace our periods and celebrate the wonders, and sometimes the frustrations, that go along with our coming of age. Come celebrate the power of the period with stories, games, and snacks.
Think Pink: $1 General Admission Tickets for Women's Basketball vs. Stanford
Watch the Lady Beavers Play against Stanford, Click here for more information. Go BEAVS!
Masturbation Workshop
Fri., Feb. 8th, 7PM at the Women's Center
This workshop is designed to help both men and women understand how women reach orgasm through masturbation and how that information can be used in a partnered sexual relationship. Discussion will also include what factors interfere with reaching orgasm and how to deal with them.
FREE Acoustic Folk Concert!
Wednesday, February 6; 6-8pm @ WC
Featuring Boston Recording Artist: Liz Stahler & Tacoma Singer/Songwriter: Kim Tuvim. It will be an acoustic performance of two very powerful female artists. For more info click Liz Stahler & Kym Tuvim for free music clips! Best of all, it's free!
Art Show Reception
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Time: 7-9pm
Location: MU Lounge
This is an opportunity to meet the artists and check out the gallery while enjoying refreshments.
Women on Wednesdays: Personal Finance
Wednesday, February 6; 5-6pm
This week, unwind from midterms with an informal discussion about budgeting and living frugally. How do you save money on food, clothing, entertainment, etc? Share your ideas and learn from your friends! Snacks provided!
Breast Health 101
Monday, February 4, 2008
Time: 3:30PM
Location: Women's Center
Learn what you need to know about your breasts and why it's important.
Back to Basics: Art Show
Sponsored by the OSU Women's Center in honor of Women's History Month
Celebrating Women's Stories and Women's Lives
Beginning Feb. 1- Mar. 2
Where:Memorial Union Concourse Gallery
Women on Wednesdays: Personal Finance
Wednesday, January 30
Time: 5-6pm
Location: Women's Center
This week, come learn about SAVINGS! We all know we should be putting money aside, but how much should we save? Where should we put it? Come with questions, ready to discuss.
LUNAFEST 2008
Location: OSU LaSells Stewart Center
26th & Western, Corvallis, OR 97331 US
When: Saturday, January 26, 7:00PM
Please join us for the fourth annual LUNAFEST Corvallis--films "by, for, and about women." This year's films range from quirky animation to touching documentaries and have a total running time of 77 minutes. Keynote address by Lynne Clendenin, VP of Radio Programming for OPB. Proceeds will benefit the Benton County Breast and Cervical Cancer Coalition for its prevention, early detection and treatment programs; The Breast Cancer Fund for research into environmental causes of breast cancer; and the OSU Women's Center for breast cancer education.
Tickets available at the OSU Women’s Center.
$12 General Admission $10 Students
The Great Cupcake Bake...
WC Open House
"Meet the staff and enjoy a treat!"
Date: 1/16/08, 12-4PM
Location: Women's Center
Description of Program: Just an old-fashioned WC open house. Come on in, eat a cupcake and enjoy great company.
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