Listening to Women’s Stories Series

 This year marks the 35th anniversary of coeducation at Saint Mary’s College/University. To celebrate the advancement and accomplishments of women both on and off campus during that time, to promote the discussion of issues of interest to women, and to provide opportunities for conversation and networking, the Women’s Programming Office is offering a series of dinner discussions this year with a general theme of Listening to Women’s Stories.

These evenings are designed to be events shared by women students, faculty and staff with plenty of opportunity for conversation.  The first dinner discussion will be on Tuesday, September 28, 2004. Check the Calendar for further details and other events of the series.

 Working Parents’ Brown Bag Luncheons

SMU Women’s Programming Office and the Early Childhood Family Education Office (ECFE) of the Winona Area Public Schools are teaming up to offer an opportunity for learning and fellowship for all SMU and Saint Mary’s Press working parents. A series of brown bag luncheons will be offered on the second Tuesday of each month in Room B, Toner Student Center, beginning September 14, 2004. From 11:30 a.m.-noon there will be time for fellowship followed by a presentation and discussion from 12 noon to 12:50 p.m.

Presenter and discussion leader will be Katy Smith, M. Ed, Parent Educator at ECFE. Katy Smith is a Licensed Parent Educator, wife, and mother of three daughters.Please come at a time that your schedule permits and bring your lunch. Beverages and dessert will be provided by the Women’s Programming Office.

Newcomers are encouraged to come and join past participants in support and learning. Mark your calendar for the following luncheon dates for first semester: October 12, November 9, December 14, January 11, February 8, March 8, April 12, and May 10.

Please call Dr. Ann Gibson at extension 1773 to place your luncheon reservations one day before each month's luncheon.

Knit Nights

Knitting is a hot new trend as well as an old tradition. Come by yourself or with a group to learn the ancient craft of knitting. This is a great opportunity for conversation, camaraderie, and beginning lessons on knitting plus an opportunity to make a Christmas or Holiday present for someone (or yourself).

Thursdays, November 11, 18,  and December 2, 2004
Common Room, Saint Mary’s Hall, 8:00-10:00 p.m. 

Cookies and other goodies are likely to appear. Anyone with an interest in knitting is welcome to join in the fun . Instructor will be an experienced knitter, Gabby Peterson.  Small charge for supplies. Come by yourself or with a group. To register, call extension 1773.

SMU Women of Note

Each month, we will recognize women from the SMU community who are worthy of our gratitude, admiration, or congratulations. Please send your nominations for SMU Women of Note, along with a short explanation of your reasons for nomination to agibson@smumn.edu by the 25th day of the month. From the nominations we will select 3-5 women each month to recognize in this section of the web site.