Women’s HERstory Month at Columbus State
March is Women’s HERstory Month and Columbus State is celebrating all month long. From live events to on-demand learning opportunities, we’re highlighting female-identified individuals in our community and beyond, both past and present. The month of celebrations will culminate in our 34th Annual Women’s HERstory Month Awards Celebration.
This year’s theme is “Her Story, My Story, Our Story: Empowering the Voice Within."
Accommodation Requests: If you need to request a sign language interpreter for any event, please submit your request to interpreterrequest@cscc.edu. To ensure availability, it is important to request interpreting services as soon as possible. If you need to request any other ADA accommodations to attend any event, please contact Michael Hicks, ADA Coordinator, at mhicks25@cscc.edu or via telephone at (614) 287-2883.
If you have any questions, feel free to submit them to herstory@cscc.edu.
The 34th Annual Women’s HERstory Month Awards
The 34th Annual Women’s HERstory Month Awards
Thursday, March 30
Noon to 2 p.m.
Event Recap
Columbus State Community College is proud to present the 34th Annual Women’s HERstory Month Awards. At the awards, we will come together to celebrate and recognize our students, staff, and faculty who exemplify outstanding leadership from 2023. The awards will also feature a musical performance from Starlit Ways and conclude with an empowering keynote from Dr. Janell Jones.
Health & Wellness
Brain Breaks (In-Person and Virtual)
Wednesdays in March
12:30 p.m.
Host: Grace Howard, College of Recreation & Wellness
Stop by the Library Media Studio or join virtually to take a 20-minute midday brain break. Each session will include a variety of guided breathing, stretching and light movements. For questions please contact: studentwellbeing@cscc.edu
Location: Library Media Studio (Columbus Hall 111) or VIRTUAL - TEAMS MEETING
Grace Howard
Financial Wellness
Women's ERG Guest Speaker on Career Management
Thursday, March 9
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Virtual
Big Lots VP of Talent Development Julie Holbein will speak to the Women's ERG on career management strategies including growing where you are planted, cultivating your network, planning for the future, and advocating for yourself. If you are interested in joining the Women's ERG and attending this event, contact Crystal Clark at cclark153@cscc.edu or Kelly Hogan at khogan6@cscc.edu
Julie Holbein, Big Lots VP of Talent Development
Women HERstory Exchange
Her Story, My Story, Our Story
Thursday, March 9
1 to 2:30 p.m.
Library Media Studio (Columbus Hall 111)
Sara Netere, Student Ambassador Coordinator; and Barbara Allen, Assistant Director of Employee Engagement and Belonging; would like to extend a special invitation to you to attend the third-annual HERstory Exchange! This interactive and supportive session is designed to both illuminate the connectedness of a caring community through meaningful conversations and elevate and empower the voice within each of us. Come ready to listen, share, and explore story as a means to nurture human connection and foster belonging and well-being. Your story matters. All are welcome.
Sara Netere
Barbara Allen, Assistant Director of Employee Engagement and Belonging
Financial Wellness
Identity Theft and Data Breaches
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
11:30 a.m.
Virtual Zoom Meeting (more info below)
Cyber security has become a serious issue. Identity theft can disrupt your life and taint your financial history. Learn how to better protect your personal information.
Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 856 1742 4862
Passcode: 986532
Nancy Sullivan-Graf, Financial Literacy Educator
Art & Fellowship
Painting HerStory
Wednesday, March 22
5 to 7 p.m.
In-person
Nestor Hall Lounge 121
Join us for a fun and relaxing evening of artistic expression, led by Ella Bwonya, as we celebrate Women's HERStory Month! This on-campus event will provide an opportunity to unwind and socialize while creating some beautiful artwork. No prior painting experience is required - just bring your creativity and a desire to have fun! Our theme for the evening will center around storytelling through painting and spoken word. Light refreshments will be provided. Come join us and connect with other members of the campus community while celebrating the power and resiliency of women!
Painting HerStory
Ella Bwonya, Artist and Student Ambassador Coordinator
Fellowship
Women's Chat Session
Open discussion about personal health, life juggling, self-care, and finding harmony in life. Hosted by Dr. Nichole Bowman-Glover, CSCC Wellbeing Benefits Analyst & Ariana Woods, CSCC Student Ambassador Nichole Bowman-Glover is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting
Monday, March 27
12 noon
Meeting ID: 821 1362 8144
Passcode: 843379
Career Fair
Careers in Women's Health
Tuesday, March 28
3:30 to 4:30pm
Virtual
Each year, women's health becomes a hotter topic that is integral to our ever changing cultural and political landscape. However, you may be wondering what "women's health" means and what careers exist that address women’s health. Join us as we take a holistic view of women's health by learning from professionals, in a variety of disciplines, about their career journeys and contributions to the field.
Community Service
CState Serves
During Women’s HERstory month, volunteer opportunities will be available. We are excited to partner with a couple of local organizations to help our community by giving time and bringing awareness to those in need around us. We are honored to have the opportunity to give back and hope you can serve this HERstory month!
Check out these amazing service opportunities on CougarConnect.
CState Serves
Art & Fellowship
Featured Women’s HERstory Month Artist: Jasmine Wooten
Jasmine Wooten is a Columbus State Alumni, professional artist, and recently earned her MSW. She is a mother of two and was born and raised in Columbus, OH. She grew up passionate about creating and the freedom that artistic expression brings to one's soul. In a world full of trauma and darkness, she wishes for her art to be a source of reflection and a celebration of human uniqueness, amplifying the authenticity of the cultural experiences of black and brown people. It is her aspiration that the pieces she creates (by exploring various mediums, textures, and materials) tell stories of strength, beauty, and resiliency while inspiring solidarity among her community and allies. Additionally, she hopes her art reflects the lessons she teaches her two children; and the positive impact of creative expression on the human spirit. During Women’s HERstory Month, Jasmine Wooten will have an art exhibit featured at Columbus State Library. More details to come.
