Women’s History Month 2023 — March 1 to 31

Our Story is Our Strength

March 1 – 31, 2023  |  BHCC Library and Learning Commons

Women do not have just one history. The collections from the BHCC Library and Learning Commons highlights the histories of black women; lesbian, bi, and queer women; indigenous and colonized women; gender nonconforming, non-binary, and trans women; women of the Global South; women in the sex trades; and disabled and neurodiverse women.

A broader collection of resources can be found on the Women’s History Month guide: https://libguides.bhcc.edu/womenshistorymonth

March 6 - April 28, 2023 | The Mary L. Fifield Art Gallery
Bunker Hill Community College, Charlestown Campus
www.bhcc.edu/artgallery/

Turbulent Remains: Three Women Artists Explore the Boundaries of Climate Change
Erica Flores, Gillian Frazier, and Susan Stranc

Explore these provocative works that chronicle the ravages of climate change on our natural world and ask us to thoughtfully consider how both awareness and activism may yet save our devastated landscapes and altered existence from an uncertain, bleak future.

Wednesday, March 8, 6 p.m.  |  Charlestown Campus, B Lobby

BHCC Celebrates International Women's Day – Embrace Equity
Returning to the Mother -- A Musical and Poetic Exploration of International Women Across Cultures and Centuries

International Women's Day is celebrated globally to raise awareness and work together towards a more equitable world where difference is both valued and celebrated. This event brings together artists from around the world to explore history's matriarchy, generational bonds, and hope for a resilient future through original music and poetry.

Artists will include former 2019 – 2020 BHCC Artist and Scholar in Residence, and esteemed writer, Rhina P. Espaillat, current 2022 – 2023 Artists and Scholars in Residence Pamela Ellis and Deborah Spears-Morehead, and their mother/daughter ensemble, the Nettukkusqk Singers. Also featured will be BHCC faculty member and poet Deborah Schwartz, and a special choral suite by composter Kristin Vining, based on poetic fragments of Sappho.

Coro Ignis, the BHCC alumni chorus, will make their first on-campus performance, directed by Dr. Riikka Pietiläinen Caffrey. This suite will be choreographed by Laura Pietiläinen and will include videography by Sara Pathirane.

Reception to follow.

Thursday, March 9, 1 p.m.  |  Charlestown Campus, A-300 Auditorium

In collaboration with Women’s History Month
The Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion presents a Compelling Conversation with
Sonia Manzano – “Maria” on Sesame Street and Best-Selling Author

For over 40 years, Sonia Manzano inspired, educated, and delighted children and families as “Maria” on Sesame Street. Named among the “25 Greatest Latino Role Models Ever” by Latina Magazine, Manzano broke ground as one of the first Hispanic characters on national television. Throughout her career, she has continued to contribute to enriching diversity on television, on the stage, and in the educational realm. A first generation American of Latin descent, Manzano’s tale is one of perseverance and courage as she overcame countless obstacles to become one of the most influential Latinas in television.

Welcome by Alice Murillo, Ph.D., Associate Provost, BHCC Chelsea Campus
Speaker Introduced by Melissa Colón, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Behavioral Science Department
Moderated by Nahomi Carlisle, Associate Vice President and Chief Equity and Compliance Office
Sponsored by the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

For more information and to register go to bhcc.edu/cc.

Tuesday, March 21, 6 p.m.  |  Online

“Whose Imagination Created You?
‘My Mama and Your Mama Were Hanging Up Clothes’ – The Extraordinary Lives of Ordinary Women”

Series 2 of 3
Welcome back facilitator, author and multi-hyphenated creative Julia Mallory. This second session of a three-part series, seeks to elevate the stories of everyday women. The first session was presented during Black History Month and the third part will conclude during National Poetry Month in April. Q & A to follow the presentation.

Facilitated by Julia Mallory, Founder of the creative literary arts brand, Black Mermaids
Welcome by Denise Turner, Manager, the Office of College Events and Cultural Planning
Sponsored by the Office of College Events and Cultural Planning

Join by Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81147376864?pwd=eEt1ZXkvd2ZIUnMvWWlGSEJRdkVhdz09
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Thursday, March 23, 6 p.m. | “I Am Black & Beautiful & Ready for the Revolution:” A Choreopoem for the Black Poetess

Dr. Ayshia presents“I Am Black & Beautiful & Ready for the Revolution:” A Choreopoem for the Black Poetess.This choreopoem performance uses poetry, music, and monologue to honor Black women. Q & A to follow the presentation.

Presenter Dr. Ayshia Mackie-Stephenson, Assistant Professor, Xavier University of Louisiana, New Orleans, LA
Welcome by Denise Turner, Manager, the Office of College Events and Cultural Planning
Sponsored by the Mary L. Fifield Art Gallery

Join by Zoom:https://us05web.zoom.us/j/83957002645?pwd=cmxaais1bFQxREF1aHRNdlVFYUJVQT09
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Tuesday, March 28, 6 p.m. | The Annual Women’s Justice Roundtable at BHCC
with Robin Chandler, Ph.D. Investing in Women & Girls: Sisterhood, Combating, Discrimination, and Building Wealth

Speaker Emily Chew, Morgan Stanley & Calvert Research & Management
Facilitator Robin Chandler, Ph.D.
Sponsored by the Mary L. Fifield Art Gallery

Join by Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81437429679?pwd=N2RKTktQdUxmVSsyUnlybmNURVV3dz09
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Thursday, March 30, 6 p.m. |  Phillis Wheatley - A Literary Look Book

As we celebrate the cusps of Women's History Month and National Poetry Month, we will honor this important anniversary of Phillis Wheatley's Various Poems on Subjects Religious and Moral published work in 1773. We will explore her genius and resistance to slavery, her status, and her command of space and time. Q & A to follow the presentation.

Presenter L’Merchie Frazier, Artist, Activist and Director of Education and Interpretation, Museum of African American History
Welcome by Denise Turner, Manager, the Office of College Events and Cultural Planning
Sponsored by the Mary L. Fifield Art Gallery

Join by Zoom:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86237703567?pwd=cDNRclFoRHVvNHpGRE9lVW1WbnJZQT09
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