InfluenceHER: Women Who Influence Change and Inspire Inclusion
Georgia State University is marking HERStory during March, designated in the U.S. officially as Women’s History Month, alongside International Women’s Day on March 8.
The month in the United States had its origins when Congress first passed legislation leading to “Women’s History Week” in 1982. Since 1995, U.S. presidents have issued a series of annual proclamations designating March as Women’s History Month, recognizing achievements women have made over the course of American history in a variety of fields.
On the world stage, International Women’s Day on March 8 is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women, while also marking a call to action for accelerating women’s equality.
All events honoring Women's History Month are open to the entire Georgia State community. Everyone is welcome!
2024 Events
Culture Café on the Go: Women's HERStory
Monday, March 4, 12:30 p.m.
Student Center East, First Floor
Sponsored by Multicultural Center
Culture Café is designed to highlight culture and heritage while providing students support services by promoting resources and events provided by the Multicultural Center office and other campus partners. This Culture Cafe's theme is Women's HERstory.
Monday, March 4: Art Gallery Opening Reception: Women Empowerment Exhibit
Monday, March 4, 5 p.m.
Gallery Lounge, Student Center East, Third Floor
Sponsored by Spotlight Programs Board
Celebrate the kick-off of Women's History Month with a vibrant showcase of the extraordinary talent within our Panther community! Join us in embracing the empowering theme of Women's Empowerment through the lens of art. Your masterpiece could be the highlight of our Art Gallery and we're eager to feature your unique perspective.
Wednesday, March 6: Be You, Be Well: "Women and Girls HIV Awareness Day" Testing
Wednesday, March 6, 11 a.m.
Gallery Lounge, Student Center East, Third Floor
Sponsored by the Multicultural Center & Be Well Panthers
Free HIV and Hepatitis C testing and safe sex supplies will be available for all students. Stop by to get tested and/or pick up safer sex supplies and resources. The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) recommends everyone between the ages of 13 and 64 get tested for HIV at least once.
Community Connections: Women of Color
Wednesday, March 6, 3 p.m.
The Intersection Lounge, Student Center East, Second Floor
Sponsored by the Multicultural Center
InfluenceHER: A Festival of Female Empowerment
Thursday, March 7, Noon
Student Center East Ballroom
Sponsored by the Multicultural Center, Spotlight Programs Board and MTM Standard
Culture Café at the Intersection: Women's HERStory
Monday, March 18, 1 p.m.
The Intersection Lounge, Student Center East 210
Sponsored by Multicultural Center
Culture Café is designed to highlight culture and heritage while providing students support services by promoting resources and events provided by the Multicultural Center office and other campus partners. This Culture Cafe's theme is Women's HERstory.
Win with H.E.R. Lunch & Learn
Tuesday, March 19, Noon to 2 p.m.
Veterans Memorial Hall, 30 Courtland St. SE
Sponsored by CCI, LASSO, Black Student Achievement
Come Win with H.E.R., a celebration of Women's History Month! LASSO will be hosting a keynote speaker that will be discussing her journey through higher education and will be empowering student leaders by leading with kindness.
CCI programs and services are welcome to all students!
In HER Shoes Workshop
Tuesday, March 19, 3 p.m.
The Intersection Lounge, Student Center East 210
Sponsored by Cultures, Communities & Inclusion, the Office of the Dean of Students & Student Victim Assistance
In honor of World Day for Social Work, all students are invited to attend an interactive group activity designed to give students the opportunity to step into the lived experience of a victim/survivor of intimate partner violence and walk “in her shoes." Participants move, act, think and make choices as a person experiencing an abusive relationship. The interactive simulation aims to increase participants’ understanding of the complex dynamics of intimate partner violence and will highlight the challenges commonly faced when navigating situations and systems.
Women’s HERstory Brunch
Wednesday, March 20, 11 a.m.
Veteran's Memorial Hall
Sponsored by Cultures, Communities & Inclusion
The Women’s HERstory Brunch is an event that centers and celebrates women for their commitment to education, engagement and student success at GSU! Inspired by the powerful words of novelist Chimamanda Adichie, this event will highlight the significance of storytelling. All members of the GSU community are invited to join in on this celebration of women who inspire inclusion and belonging. The brunch will include a keynote address and recognize community members for their intentional efforts and influence at GSU and beyond.
Inspire & Create
Thursday, March 21, 1-3 p.m.
55 Park Place N.E., Room 118
Sponsored by University Career Services
Inspire, create and paint while hearing from a panel of women in leadership roles in various industries covering: achieving professional goals, advocating for themselves in their workplace, lessons learned and much more!
Culture Café on the Go: Women's HERStory
Monday, March 25, 12:30 p.m.
Piedmont Dining Hall
Sponsored by Multicultural Center
Culture Café is designed to highlight culture and heritage while providing students support services by promoting resources and events provided by the Multicultural Center office and other campus partners. This Culture Cafe's theme is Women's HERstory.
Talk Tuesday: Pretty Masc
Monday, March 25, 3 p.m.
The Intersection Lounge, Student Center East 210
Sponsored by Cultures, Communities & Inclusion
Pretty Masc is a thought-provoking and empowering event focusing on the experiences of masculine-presenting individuals. Our facilitators (drawing from their personal journeys as it relates to labels, gender expression vs. gender identity and personal and professional development) will guide conversations that embrace diverse perspectives. Whether you're looking to share your experiences, seek understanding, or simply connect with others, all students are warmly invited to participate.
Women Leading in Business
Wednesday, March 27, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Robinson College of Business, 12th Floor, Joiner Room
55 Park Place NE
Sponsored by the Robinson College of Business and WomenLead
The Robinson College of Business & WomenLead will host a panel discussion in celebration of Women’s History Month by recognizing women leaders in business and providing an opportunity for students to connect with and learn from featured panelists.
The event will:
- Spotlight women leading in their industries
- Demonstrate the value of networking, mentorship, and sponsorship
- Provide guidance on how to position yourself as a leader
Black Women's Dialogue
Thursday, March 28, 5:30 p.m.
Student Center East 205
Sponsored by Black Student Achievement & the Georgia State Counseling Center
All are invited to participate in these monthly discussions around issues affecting Black women. This includes the intersection of race, gender, femininity, sexuality, culture, economics and other identities. In collaboration with the Georgia State Counseling Center.
Gyrl Power IRL
Thursday, March 28, Noon
Student Center East, Speaker's Auditorium
Sponsored by the Multicultural Center and GYRL Wonder & Cultures
Join the Multicultural Center and Gyrl Wonder Inc. for an evening of empowerment with industry professionals and influencers who embody Gyrl Power, In Real Life (IRL). The event includes an interactive pop-up, a Gyrl Power panel discussion with some of today's hottest talent and industry leaders, goodies, giveaways and more. Please note that space is limited, so RSVP today! Once occupancy is filled, doors will close.
Women's Leadership Experience: Unlearn, Unmask, and Unleash!
Thursday, March 28 - Friday, March 29
Student Center East Ballroom
Sponsored by Leadership and Service
Get ready to rewrite the rulebook at the "Unlearn, Unmask, Unleash" WLE Retreat. It's not just a retreat, it's your personal invitation to break free from the ordinary and embrace new possibilities! All GSU students are invited to Unlearn outdated leadership norms, Unmask your true self and Unleash the powerhouse inside of you!
Thursday Night Kickoff: A Night of Fun and Connection (March 28 | 3 - 6 p.m.)
Join us as we kick off this empowering retreat on Thursday evening with fun, vibrant conversations and meaningful connections. Whether you already consider yourself to be an emerging leader or someone exploring your path, this night is all about setting the stage for an unforgettable experience.
Friday Full-Day Retreat: Unlearn, Unmask, and Unleash! (March 29 | 10 a.m - 4 p.m.)
Friday is the day we dive deep into the heart of the Unlearn, Unmask, Unleash Retreat. Get ready for a day packed with inspirational speakers, engaging breakout sessions, dynamic group workshops, and networking opportunities that will challenge and reshape your perception of leadership.
Beyond the insightful sessions, immerse yourself in community-building activities and experience the joy of connection. This retreat is not just about learning. It’s a chance to form bonds with others who are ready to embark on their journey of growth.
Secure your spot, and let's redefine leadership together!
In addition to these activities, many of our Registered Student Organizations are hosting their own events related to our heritage months. For more details visit pin.gsu.edu.
Additional Resources
Women's Philanthropy Network
Many events during Women's History Month are made possible thanks to the generosity of The Women’s Philanthropy Network. This group of dedicated volunteers and donors are passionate about Georgia State's purpose of helping to build great futures for our diverse student population.
Institute for Women's, Gender & Sexuality Studies
The Institute for Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (WGSS) has been chartered since 1994, although its history reaches back to the 1970s. Today, WGSS offers a cutting-edge academic program focusing on three areas: globalization, sexuality studies and social change.
Women's Collections at the University Library
The Georgia State Library has a useful collections guide for a vast array of information.
WomenLead
WomenLead is a professional Signature Experience that equips undergraduate female students with the skills, experience and networking opportunities needed to get a seat at the table among business leaders.
Women's Faculty Group
The Women’s Faculty Group, a faculty affinity group that is part of the Assembly of Faculty Affinity Leaders (AFAL), is a community of volunteers that provides a setting for intellectual and social contact for women faculty and professionals across campuses.
Title IX
Title IX is a federal law that prohibits sex discrimination in education and provides, in pertinent part, that “no person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.”
Cultures, Communities & Inclusion
Cultures, Communities & Inclusion (CCI) celebrates the U in GSU! CCI provides a variety programs, initiatives and workshops that educate, foster community-building and enrich the overall campus experience for the campus community while preparing students for the world that awaits them post-graduation.
Advancement of Women
The Advancement of Women supports the advancement of women faculty, administrators, and staff in academic and administrative leadership positions within the university. Run through the Office of Faculty Affairs, the AofW offers a variety of development, mentoring, and networking opportunities to support women faculty, staff, and administrators in their professional growth and advancement.
Executive Leadership Academy for Women (Staff)
This program provides professional development for Georgia State University’s emerging staff leaders. Through collaboration with the Advancement of Women Steering Committee and the Robinson College of Business, the ELAW curriculum develops and enhances participants’ leadership skills.
Leadership Academy for Women Faculty
The program seeks to empower current and emerging faculty leaders who are committed to self-discovery, lifelong learning, career advancement, and leading from where they are.
ADVANCE-IMPACT
Supported by the National Science Foundation, the goal of ADVANCE-IMPACT (Intersectionality and Mentoring in the Professoriate for Advancement, Community and Transformation) is to adapt and implement practices at the university aimed at increasing the number of women, particularly women from underrepresented minority (URM) backgrounds, who are recruited, promoted, and retained in STEM tenure track positions and in Georgia State leadership by forming a partnership between Georgia State and Florida International University (FIU).