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Study Abroad and Immersion

Oct. 12, 2020—October 15 5:00 – 6:00pm Are you a first year or sophomore student curious how Immersion ��ý works? Are you also interested in a study abroad experience? Come to this session co-hosted by GEO and OIR on Thursday, October 15 from 5:00 – 6:00pm to learn how you can incorporate study abroad into your Immersion...

Kitchen Table Series: Transphobia in Feminism

Oct. 12, 2020—Thursday, October 27 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. Recently, there has been much discussion online about transphobia, specifically about trans-exclusionary radical feminists (TERFs). This program will cover the microaggressions and subtle ways that women-centered, feminist efforts can perpetuate or be complicit in transphobia, while answering “how can we fight misogyny while validating and uplifting gender non-conforming...

Mrs. America Screening and Discussion

Oct. 12, 2020—Wednesday, November 11 4:00 p.m. CT Please join us for a screening and discussion of an episode of Mrs. America! Mrs. America tells the story of the movement to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA), and the unexpected backlash led by a conservative woman named Phyllis Schlafly, aka “the sweetheart of the silent majority.” Sponsored by the Margaret...

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Calendar

Oct. 12, 2020—The Student Center for Social Justice and Identity is happy to announce the official calendar for Asian Pacific American Heritage Month 2020! There are both virtual and in-person events(some of which require RSVPs) and are open to all students, faculty and staff, and surrounding community. A variety of student organizations, campus departments, and community partners are holding dynamic, unique, and...

Panhellenic Pop In

Oct. 12, 2020—We know that right now it can be hard to meet people on campus and we want to help you! Whether you’re interested in joining a Panhellenic sorority or just want to make some new friends, come join us for an opportunity to meet different Panhellenic women each week. Panhellenic Pop Ins will be your...

VUSatellite Club Astronaut Speaker Event

Oct. 12, 2020—Dr. Margaret Rhea Seddon was one of six women in the first ever co-ed class of NASA astronauts while working simultaneously as an ER doctor. A native of Murfreesboro, TN, Seddon went on 3 separate space missions, and was inducted into the Astronaut Hall of Fame for her work on the International Space Station. On...

��ý Launches Headspace Challenge Today to Encourage Mindfulness and Meditation

Oct. 5, 2020—Beginning October 5 and ending October 30, undergraduate, graduate, and professional students can join ��ý’s Headspace Challenge. Headspace is an award-winning, research-backed digital tool for mindful living with over 1,200+ hours of themed meditations, sleep content, mindful movement exercises, and focus music. ��ý’s Headspace Challenge encourages students to meditate in support of their mental health...

October Hispanic Heritage Month 2020

Oct. 5, 2020—The Student Center for Social Justice and Identity is happy to announce the October calendar for Hispanic Heritage Month 2020! All events will be held virtually this year and are open to all students, faculty and staff. A variety of student organizations, campus departments, and community partners are holding dynamic, unique, and fun events that will celebrate Hispanic/Latinx culture...

LGBTQI History Month

Oct. 5, 2020—LGBTQI History Month is a time to come together, reflect, celebrate, and educate. We are excited to be observing LGBTQI History Month throughout October with many of our campus and community partners. Please see our events on the calendar, and we hope to see you at many of these events! If you have any questions...

The Leadership Studio – What’s your Muse? Finding Your “Why” and Mastering Motivation

Oct. 5, 2020—Tuesday, October 6, 2020 5:00-6:00 PM Virtual (see Anchor Link for Zoom information) This session, What’s your Muse? Finding Your “Why” and Mastering Motivation, will help you explore what motivates you as a leader, address lack of motivation, and help you explore strategies for motivating your peers. Participants of this interactive session will have an opportunity for practical...

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