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WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP
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The Women’s Leadership Program is dedicated to addressing the
unique challenges that women leaders encounter in today’s world.
Become familiar with current leadership issues important to women,
acquire knowledge and leadership skills and learn to recognize and
develop your own leadership potential.
In addition to the calendar of events, you will find a number of
useful resources including a recommended reading list (look in the column on the right), links to
additional articles and information on women’s leadership, links to
campus and community resources, and online
registration for events.
Calendar
 National Wear Red Day
February 5, 2010
Stand up and speak out against heart disease in women by wearing red on February 5. Find the GO RED display in the University Union, pick up a leaflet and a GO RED lapel pin and enter the drawing to win a GO RED hat.
 I Am Your Sister
Wednesday, February 17, 2010, 5-7:00pm, 1965 Room
Collected and Unpublished Writings of Audre Lorde
Edited by Rudolph P. Byrd, Johnnetta Betsch Cole and Beverly Guy-Sheftall
Sheila Carter, Facilitator
Audre Lorde was a famous poet and one of the most important radical black feminists of the past century. Her writings served as a transformative and important foundation for theorists and activists in considering questions of power and social justice. Space is limited, register online. Pre-registered students will receive a complimentary copy of the book. Beverages and snacks provided. Sponsored by the Office of Student Life.
 Beyond the Miracle Worker: The Remarkable Life of Anne Sullivan Macy and Her Extraordinary Friendship with Helen Keller
February 24, 2010, 5-7:00 pm, Heritage Room
Facilitated by the author, Kim Nielsen
Fascinating and beautifully crafted, Beyond the Miracle Worker reinterprets Anne Sullivan Macys life, challenging the mythology of her work with Helen Keller to reveal a powerful, rich, and surprising personal story. Through extensive research and sophisticated analysis, Nielsen conveys the complexity and humanity of Sullivan Macy and her world. Space is limited, register online. Pre-registered students will receive a complimentary copy of the book. Beverages and snacks provided. Sponsored by the Office of Student Life.
 Leilani Münter: Carbon Free Girl
March 2, 2010, 8:00pm, Phoenix Room
The mission of race car driver and “Carbon Free Girl”, Leilani Münter’s Eco Dream Team is to send powerful messages to the number one spectator sport in America. She calls to action 100 million race fans in the US to make a difference by spreading environmental awareness about sustainable living alternatives, clean energy, alternative fuel vehicles, and environmental legislation. Leilani started racing cars in 2001 and spent six years working her way up the NASCAR ranks. Racing and working as a race instructor and correspondent for NASCAR. Sponsored by the Office of Student Life.
 International Women’s Day
March 8, 2010
Women on all continents, often divided by national boundaries are by ethic, linguistic, cultural, economic, and political differences, come together annually to celebrate International Women’s Day; a time to reflect on women’s struggles for equality, justice, peace and development. For a detailed schedule of national events, go to http://www.internationalwomensday.com/.
International Women’s Day Luncheon
March 10, 2010
12 Noon-1:30 – Phoenix Room C
Join the discussion of global issues concerning today’s women. A complimentary lunch will be served. Please register for the UW-Green Bay International Women’s Day Luncheon online. Sponsored by the Offices of Student Life and International Education.
Followership: How Followers Are Creating Change and Changing Leaders author, Barbara Kellerman
Wednesday, April 14, 2010, 5-7:00pm
Lisa Tetzloff, Facilitator
Through gripping stories about a range of people and places–from multinational corporations to the American military after 9/11, Barbara Kellerman argues that followers have always mattered more than we generally understand - and that they matter more now than they ever did before. Space is limited, register online. Pre-registered students will receive a complimentary copy of the book. Beverages and snacks provided. Sponsored by the Office of Student Life.
Staying fit and healthy is essential for women interested in becoming their best selves. The Women's Leadership webpage will feature notices, articles and information on women's health issues.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Watch for the Breast Cancer Awareness display on the Union where you can pick up a free shower card, calendar or lapel pin and register to win a Deana Fravre pink hat.
HPV (Gardasil) Vaccine
Did you know that you can get the HPV Vaccine on campus? There is a new vaccine (Gardasil) for women between the ages of 13-26 that may be effective in preventing Human Papillomavirus (HPV) strains of cervical cancer. The HPV Vaccine is available at the UWGB Counseling
and Health Center upon request. For information, contact the
Counseling and Health Center at 465-2380 or stopping in SS 1400. Read more about HPV
Wisconsin Women's Health Foundation
2503 Todd Drive
Madison, WI 53713
608-251-1675 Fax: 608-251-4136
www.wwhf.org
www.OBGYN.net
www.womenshealth.gov
www.healthywomen.org
www.womenshealthresearch.org
Campus Resources
UW-Green Bay Women’s Studies Program
Report on Women’s
Equity
Student Organizations
Zeta Omega
Tau Women’s Sorority
Our organization focuses on the aspects of academics, individual needs, and
community services that require intelligent, fun, caring, and outgoing members.
We are always striving to be the best we can be and achieving this through
friendship.
Women’s Sports
www.greenbayphoenix.com
Community Resources
Health Care Resources:
A Women’s
Place
St. Mary’s Hospital
1727 Shawano Ave
Green Bay, WI t4303
920-498-4205
A Woman’s Place seeks to improve the health of women and their families in Northeast Wisconsin by
providing health, education , support and advocacy for women of all ages.
The Women’s
Center
(Birthing Center and Fertility Clinic)
Aurora Baycare Hospital
2845 Greenbrier Road
Green Bay, WI 54311-6519
Looking for information and help with the unique needs of women? Whatever your stage of life, we have
the care you need.
Local Domestic Violence Resources:
Sexual Assault Center
300 Crooks Street
P. O. Box 22308
Green Bay, WI 54305-2308
(920) 436-8899
Golden House Domestic Violence Shelter
1120 University Ave.
Green Bay, WI 54301
(920) 435-0100
Local Women’s Organizations:
Packers Women’s Association
Sherry Schuldes
Manager of Family Programs
Green Bay Packers
P.O. Box 10628
Green Bay, WI 54307-0628
920-496-7761
www.packers.com/community/womens_association
League of Women Voters of Greater Green Bay
1517 N Bay Highlands Drive
Green Bay, WI 54311
920-406-9164
info@greatergreenbay.wi.lwvnet.org
UWCA – Green Bay/De Pere
www.ywcagreenbay.org
Green Bay Women’s Club
www.gbwomensclub.com
Women’s Fund of Greater Green Bay
www.womensfundgb.org
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NEW BOOKS ON WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP
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