Grand Valley State University Women's Center

All Photo Galleries

Photo Gallery Title Description Photographs
Girls on the Run 5k 2013 Allegan & Ottawa County Girls on the Run 5k 2013 event was held on May 17. There were over 1,500 participants! 9
That Takes Ovaries! 2013 That Takes Ovaries!: Bold Women, Brazen Acts is a play co-written by Rivka Solomon and Bobbi Ausubel. The play offers an exciting collection of real-life stories from women and girls about the gutsy, outrageous, courageous things they have done. The stories are multicultural, funny, sassy, and touching true tales of estrogen-powered deeds. The play also includes true stories submitted by our own GVSU campus and community! 26
Indulge in a Cause 2013 All-you-can-eat chocolate desserts and a silent auction highlight a fundraiser that takes place every February to benefit Grand Valley State Universitys Womens Center. Proceeds from the event benefit the Womens Center Program and Endowment Funds. 23
Women's Center Virtual Tour During the Academic Year (end of August - April), the Women's Center is open Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 6:00pm and Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm. During the Summer, we're open Monday - Friday from 8am - 5 pm. We are located in the Kirkhof Center building: 1201 Krikhof Center. 8
That Takes Ovaries! 2012 Here are some photos from our 2012 That Takes Ovaries! event. 7
Family Fun Night 2012 Family Fun Night , August 3rd 2012 12
Pushing Boundaries and Leading A Bold Life (TTO 2012) Pushing Boundaries: An Ovarian Gathering took place on Sunday, December 4, 2011 for all the activists and directors involved in the February 2012 production of That Takes Ovaries. On Monday, December 5, 2011 the Women's Center hosted Leading A Bold Life, a campus wide TTO reading and open mic event, with TTO book contributor Cecelia Wambach. 15
Fall 2011 Days of Service 10.14.11 - Women's Resource Center and Family Futures 10.21.11 - Gilda's Club 25
Food Pantry Donations We extend a big THANK YOU to the Seidman College of Business and the Student Services Division for generous donations to the Student Food Pantry. Their support allows us to maintain this important resource for students. 2
Celebrating Women Awards 2011 Each year, the Women's Center recognizes outstanding women students at the Women's Commission, Celebrating Women Awards. In 2011, Women's Center staff member, Jo Ann Wassenaar, was also recognized by the commission for her work on campus. 3
Indulge 2011 none 1
Women's Commission Fall Welcome none 5
Women's Center Art Reception 2010 none 5
Voices of Men 2010 none 6
Eyes Wide Open Peer Sexual Assault Awareness Group 2
Celebration of Women Awards 2010 The Celebration of Women Awards was held on Thursday, April 1st. This event is sponsored by the GVSU Women's Commission. The mission of the GVSU Women's Commission is to ensure an environment that supports the rights of all women at the university. The commission is committed to working in partnership with the university on developing policies that remove barriers that impede women's learning, professional growth, creativity, employment, and society. As part of their work on campus, the Women's Commission annual recognizes women students, faculty, and staff who have made outstanding contributions to GVSU. 11
EqualiTea 2010 On Tuesday March 23rd, the Women's Center held its annual EqualiTea. The event is a celebration of the centuries-old tradition of combining tea parties with discussions of literature, politics, and reform. There was entertainment, food, and an opportunity for interaction among diverse participants. "Crumpets for conversation" are a tradition at the tea and engage participants in small groups. This year, the dialogue centered around two pieces from the play Rent which were performed at the event. 9
Indulge in a Cause 2010 Indulge in a Cause, the Women Center's annual fundraiser, took place on February 18. The event featured a silent auction and a chocolate dessert buffet. The proceeds of the event go towards Women Center's programs and the endowment fund. 5
Student Appreciation Lunch 2009 The Women's Center is so lucky to work with amazing students-- both our student staff and interns. Each semester we take some time to recognize their accomplishments and celebrate the successes! 2
Women's Center End of Semester Celebration 2008 End of Fall 2008 semester 2
Women's Center Awards 2008 none 2
Family Fun Night 2008 none 6
United Way Day Of Caring 2008 none 5
The Vagina Monologues 2008 none 7
Day of Service, Winter and Fall 2008 Volunteers from the WIVC can participate in Day of Service Projects with our community partners. Students volunteering at Women's Resource Center, Winter and Fall of 2008. 6
United Way Day of Caring 2008 none 7
Maria Echaveste Luncheon 2008 none 2
Check out our NEW SPACE 2008 The Women's Center moved to its new location at 1201-- check out our fun new space. 5
Outstanding Female Students 2007 Each year the Women's Center selects an outstanding female student. In 2007 we selected three women for this honor. From left to right, Kate Owen, Samantha Talbot, Kelly Wier. 1
Indulge in a Cause 2007 The Women's Center holds a fundraiser each February to help support the programs and scholarships that we provide to students. Here are some pictures from the 2007 event. 5