CUNY School Of Professional Studies: Celebrating Women's History Month

Chelsea NY

02 March, 2022

8:46 AM

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Press release from CUNY School of Professional Studies: March 01, 2022 Dear Members of the CUNY SPS Community: Tuesday, March 1 marks the beginning of Women's History Month, an annual observance that recognizes women's accomplishments and contributions to our nation's history, society, and culture. This March, I encourage you all to celebrate by exploring the resources and events that the CUNY SPS Committee for Institutional Equity and Diversity (CIED) has compiled in honor of Women's History Month: Women's History Month Events and Exhibitions Around the New York Metro Area Join NYC Parks for concerts, workshops, and nature events all celebrating Women's History Month New York Public Library hosts a month of Women's History Month events and programs for adults, teens, and kids New-York Historical Society Museum and Library offers exhibitions, films, workshops, and more National Organizations with Women's History Month Information and Programming History.com details a timeline of important events and the women leaders who paved the way Smithsonian Magazine explores some of the most significant achievements made by women in the past century, decade by decade National Geographic provides references for kids USAToday curates 12 films to watch for Women's History Month  Pen America's March reading list compiles stories about and by women from numerous time periods and backgrounds Days of Celebration March 8: International Women's Day This year's International Women's Day is dedicated to celebrating women's achievement, raising awareness against bias, and taking action for equality. How do you plan to help #BreakTheBias?​ March 10: Harriet Tubman Day Sponsored by Ms. Magazine, the event Tubman 200: Harriet Tubman Bicentennial Project honors her extraordinary life and achievements. ​ Please take some time over the next few weeks to check out these inspiring and informative readings, viewings, and events as part of your own commemoration of Women's History Month. All the best, Jorge Silva-Puras Interim Dean, CUNY School of Professional Studies This press release was produced by CUNY School of Professional Studies. The views expressed here are the author's own.