Women’s History Month Events at Penn State Scranton

Penn State student organizations and units at campuses across the commonwealth will be holding events in honor of National Women’s History Month, and Penn State Scranton is joining in the effort with a weeklong slate of events, many of which are free and open to the public.

According to the National Women’s History Alliance, the theme of National Women’s History Month this year is “Women Providing Healing, Promoting Hope,” which is both a tribute to the ceaseless work of caregivers and front-line workers during the ongoing pandemic and also a recognition of the thousands of ways that women of all cultures have provided both healing and hope throughout history.

March 21, Noon to 1:30 p.m. — International Women’s History Kick-off Event (The View Cafe):  International Women’s History Month Kick-off Event announcing a week-long clothing drive in partnership with Dress for Success, as well as showcasing businesses that represent a diverse community of women leaders who are contributing to community wellness. Business owners and student leaders at Penn State Scranton will speak, exploring topics of multiculturalism, professionalism, and challenges women face as global citizens in today’s socio-political climate. This event is free and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

March 22, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. — Women’s History Month Bingo Night (The View Cafe): Join Student Affairs in the View Cafe for a Women’s History Month-themed Bingo Night and play for a chance to win prizes and learn about prominent female figures in history! OPEN TO PSU STUDENTS ONLY

March 22, 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. — Encanto Movie Screening! (The Sherbine Lounge):  Join the Student Organization of Latinos for a night with the Madrigal family in Colombia as we watch Mirabel Madrigal try to save her family and her magical house with the determination and strength she possesses as an independent woman! FREE popcorn will be available to attendees! OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

March 23, Noon to 1 p.m. — Frontline Worker Panel (The Sherbine Lounge):  Penn State Scranton welcomes women frontline workers from the external surrounding community to speak on their experiences and challenges they have faced during the pandemic as they engage participants in a dialogue that will allow the community to reflect on action steps we can take as a collective nation moving forward in participating in women’s solidarity. There will be a Q+A with the panel to follow the presentation. Featured Panelists will include Nuris Perdomo (Women’s Resource Center), Jasmine Berrocal (State Trooper), Casey Lewis (State Trooper), Marybeth Mecca (Nursing Department), Options Women’s Center, Fire Department.

Webinar information available soon. This event is also OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

March 24, Noon to 1 p.m. – United Nations Multicultural Fashion Show (The Sherbine Lounge):   The Student Government Association’s U.N. Red Carpet Multicultural Fashion Show featuring our very own students, faculty and staff as catwalk participants, will model attire from their own heritages and ethnic backgrounds. There will be brief remarks for each attire as participants walk. Come experience our wonderful women ambassadors of Penn State Scranton in this multicultural event! Free food and giveaways will be provided! OPEN TO PSU STUDENTS ONLY.

March 25, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. — Movie Night: Hidden Figures and Diana Iracheta, A Night with Women in STEM (The Sherbine Lounge):  Diana Iracheta, founder of the non-profit organization Latina Engineer, is special guest for a special screening of “Hidden Figures” and  panel presentation discussing the challenges women face in S.T.E.M. fields. She will also give a brief overview of her seminal work as an engineer, programs she runs, and services she offers through her non-profit foundation. In tandem with the presentational portion of the evening, Penn State’s very own Engineering Club will feature some of their own female students’ projects on display in a gallery format in Sherbine Lounge where the screening will be held. FREE giveaways including Women in S.T.E.M. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

March 26, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. — Walk a Mile in Her Shoes Baseball Game (SLC Patio, Matt McGloin Baseball Field):  Walk a Mile in Her Shoes is a nationwide event that is meant to raise awareness and show solidarity for women who have suffered sexual assault. Penn State Scranton’s baseball team will partner with student clubs, faculty/staff and the DEI office to lead the 2022 Walk a Mile in Her Shoes campaign on campus from the Study Learning Center Patio to the baseball field. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.