More Resources and Programs

Columbus State Library

Stop by and visit our Women’s HERstory Month display and Art Exhibit! Books and DVDs are available for checkout, and there are free bookmarks and buttons to take home.

Also be sure not to miss the Library's informative and engaging social media posts highlighting Women's HERstory Month:

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The ongoing programming will feature the work and words of inspiring and influential women across the world and through the years. 

For more information and hand-picked book recommendations, take a look at the library's companion guide for Women's Herstory Month 

Student Engagement and Inclusion

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Social Media Women’s HERstory Month Themes

• Inspirational Women in our lives
• Powerful women through history and today (Collaboration with the CSCC Library)
• Women owned local businesses and non-profits
• The voices, stories and talent of the Columbus State community
• HERstory Month event updates and event coverage

 

Women's Connection Mentorship Program

The Women's Connection focuses on fostering character building, leadership development as well as personal, intellectual and relational growth of female-identified and non-binary participants. Opportunities are provided for students to network and build relationships with their peers and employee mentors. Participants engage in visible activities on campus and the Columbus community while accessing resources to make strategic decisions about their future.

Contact: Katrina de los Santos, kdelossantos@cscc.edu 
For more information: https://connect.cscc.edu/organization/women-s-connection 

Employee Resource Groups

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) allow members to connect with other employees who share similar interests and a common bond or background. These employee-led groups are designed to meet the unique needs of each affinity or identity, and aid in fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the College’s mission and values. 

Reach out to the contacts for meeting information: 

Women's ERG

The Women's ERG exists to connect, empower, and advance women personally and professionally. We welcome employees who identify as women and their allies to become members. Meets on the second Thursday of the month,11:30AM - 12:30PM. Contact Dr. Crystal Clark or Dr. Kelly Hogan for more information.

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African / African American ERG

The African/African American Employee Resource Group exists to build an awareness of the diverse cultures and distinction of Africans and African Americans while advancing a diverse and inclusive work environment highlighting the experiences of African/African American employees. The ERG is for individuals who belong to an ethnic group with total or partial ancestry from any of the Black racial groups of Africa and/or people of all nationalities that identify as Black and their allies. Meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 12 PM. Contact Michelle Baker, Dr. Terrence Brooks, or Dr. Royce Carpenter for more information.

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Caring for Those Who Care ERG

We exist to lift up the Columbus State community we serve by empowering and encouraging employees who are caregivers and parents to live life to the fullest. For more information contact Melissa Lamar or Debbie Strain. Are you or do you know an employee who is a parent or caregiver experiencing a time of increased need?

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Prism ERG

The Prism ERG strives to create and foster a community where lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, non-binary, queer, intersex, and asexual employees feel they belong, are affirmed, and are empowered to engage. This ERG provides networking, educational, and social opportunities for the CSCC LGBTQIA+ community and allies. Meets on the second Monday of the month; times alternate between 12PM and 5:30PM. Contact George Johnson-Gamm for more information. Read the Prism ERG Charter.

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A World of Experience ERG

The purpose of A World of Experience ERG is to empower employees who identify as immigrants and/or children of immigrants by elevating our voices and experiences and contributing to a campus culture that nurtures our growth and development as new and rising leaders and advocates at Columbus State Community College. Contact Kathy Lopez, Dr. Raquel Pina, or Luz Salinas for more information.