Women's History Month

Join us for events, conversations, and activities that celebrate and honor Women’s History Month!

Self-care Giveaway for Single Student-parents

March 13, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Winnet Building, Room S3-9

Single parents can stop by on National Single Parent Day to pick up a self-care pack and get other resources at the Gender and Sexuality Resource Center.

Women's History Month Fireside Chat

March 18, 11 a.m to 1 p.m. | Winnet Lobby

You’re invited to a Fireside Chat to honor Women’s History Month. Join us for lunch and an engaging conversation to share your views and experiences.

Plus Size Clothing Swap

March 24, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Pavilion Building, Klein Cube

Finding stylish and affordable clothes that fit all body types can be difficult. Students are invited to join us for this event to enjoy free food, free clothing, and tutorials on the basics of sewing.                     

Women's History Month Lunch and Bingo

March 25, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Northeast Regional Center, Room 124

Join us for lunch and a game of Women's History Month bingo featuring famous women throughout history for a chance to win prizes!

Black Female Therapists Film Screening

March 25, 3:30 to 5 p.m. | Winnet Building, Room S2-3

In partnership with the College’s Office of Collegiate Recovery, Dr. Jenine Lowery will share her short film that highlights the mental health journey of three licensed Black female therapists and encourages women to seek support, particularly through major life transitions.  

"The Uptown Theater: Movies, Music & Memories" Film Screening and Panel Discussion

Wednesday, March 26, 1 to 2:30 p.m. | Center for Business and Industry, Room C2-28 | Please RSVP

Join us as we highlight the work of Karen Smyles, WHYY producer, on her documentary about the Uptown Theater, opening in 1929 as a motion picture palace, lauded for its architectural and engineering designs. Later it was popular on the vaudeville circuit and became an important venue on the Chitlin Circuit, second only to NY’s Apollo Theater, and nurtured the careers of many famous African American entertainers. Experience it all with historians, former concertgoers, and performers. The program recently won 2025 Best Documentary from the Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters. A panel discussion will follow with panelists:

  • Karen Smyles, WHYY producer
  • Aissia Richardson, Senator Sharif Street's Deputy Chief Staff
  • Monifa Young, Director, Gateway to College
  • Moderated by Jenavia Weaver, Director of Student Engagement

Philly Film Society – "Y Tu Mamá También" Film Screening

March 26, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. | Film Society Center, 1412 Chestnut Street

Join author and professor Juan Llamas-Rodriguez from University of Pennsylvania's Center for Latin American and Latinx Studies and Community College of Philadelphia for a screening of the classic Y Tu Mamá También and Llamas-Rodriguez' new book about the film.

Women's History Month Lunch and Bingo

March 27, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Career and Advanced Technology Center, Room 341

Join us for lunch and a game of Women's History Month bingo featuring famous women throughout history for a chance to win prizes!

QSU Student Drag Show and Coffeehouse

March 28, 4 to 6 p.m. I Blackbox Theater

The College’s Queer Student Union (QSU) is hosting student performances and a coffeehouse in celebration of International Transgender Day of Visibility. Enjoy food, drinks and a show while getting to know the QSU.

Gender Neutral Business Clothes Pop Up

April 10, 12 to 3 p.m. | Winnet Circle, Rain Location: Winnet Lobby

Students are invited to find gender-affirming, professional clothing for free.