Past Events

Secrets of Powerful Women After-Party
April 8, 2010

Sponsored by Lifetime and hosted by actress Kerry Washington, the After–Party will include a performance by a major recording artist, free drinks, food, and dancing!

2010 EPIC AWARDS
April 7, 2010

A fantastic night celebrating women's leadership in the media and in popular culture.  

Special guests include Meryl Streep, Jill Scott, Sheryl WuDunn, Kiran Bedi, Megan Doneman, and Arthur Sulzberger, Jr.

Location: IAC Building, New York City

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The New Transnationalism in Literary and Cultural Studies: A Lecture Series
April 7, 2010

Ania Loomba, Ph.D.

Catherine Bryson Chair, Department of English and faculty member in Comparative Literature, South Asian Studies, Women's Studies, and Asian-American Studies, University of Pennsylvania.
 

Location: Information Commons, 4th Floor


*Co-sponsored with the English Department

Medieval Empowerment: Female Mystics in the Middle Ages
April 7, 2010

Presenter: *Kate Wintrol

Although Christian tradition assigned sharply defined roles to women, the medieval nun often attained a high level of achievement and authority. Within the convent, women had the opportunity to learn Latin, to study both classical and religious literature, perform administrative duties, and lead a valued life of prayer. The monastic environment also nurtured the writings of female mystics. Throughout the Middle Ages, several visionary women transgressed gender boundaries. In this talk, I will analyze the life and writings of such medieval mystics as Hildegard of Bingen, Catherine of Siena, and Julian of Norwich and address the factors that enabled female mystics to succeed in such a restricted environment.

National Public Health Week
April 7, 2010

National Public Health Week