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Celebrating Women's History Month

Women's History Month sign featuring Sonia Sotomayor, Mother Teresa, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Mae Jemison
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

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