Groups
All groups are free and confidential and meet in the Women's Center Lounge.
For information about off-campus groups, or groups on specific issues, please
visit the Infoline 211 Website.
Ongoing Groups
Stronger
“What is a healthy relationship?” “How do I ‘get strong’ after an abusive relationship?” “How do I heal from sexual assault or abuse?” For more information and to register, contact Kathleen Holgerson at the Women’s Center
| Contact Information: | Call 486-4738 or email venida.rodman_jenkins@uconn.edu |
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Between Women
A discussion group for women who love women… or think they might. Come and discuss fun topics, movies and more with women who share your feelings and experiences.
TOPICS
9-14 Resources at UCONN, Confidentiality, Stories
9-21 Coming Out Stories and Conversation
9-28 Coming Out as a Process
10-5 Stereotypes
10-12 Movie night and discussion
10-19 Religion and GLBTQ
10-26 Relationships and Dating
11-2 Identifying Words- “the Boxes We Live In”
11-9 Game or Movie Night - Tribute to Alison
11-16 What Is So Important About “Identifying” Words or “The Boxes We Live In”
11-30 Fears
12-7 Open Forum and End of Semester Party
| Location: | Women’s Center | | Contact Information: | betweenwomen@gmail.com |
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The South Asian Tree
Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka. Do you identify with one of the countries listed above either through self or family? If so, come join in on dialogues of balancing South Asian heritage with North American ideologies and the implications it has on day to day experiences including life at UConn. Facilitated by Bandana Purkayastha, Bidya Ranjeet, and Shanthi Rao.
| Contact Information: | Bidya Ranjeet, 486-5460, http://www.tsatwomen.org/ |
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Past Groups
Women of Color Book Circle
This group is open to ALL women who are interested in reading books and stories that promote thoughtful reflection and discussion of issues relevant to Women of Color.
Support Staff Brown Bag Lunch
This group is an effort to bring support staff together for professional development and networking, with the goal of enhancing the workplace climate and to support the personal and professional growth of women. Activities include bringing in guest speakers, participating in professional development workshops, viewing videos, etc.
Bring your ideas and your lunch. Drinks and desserts will be provided.
| Location: | Women’s Center Lounge | | Contact Information: | Carol Millette at 486-4738 or carol.millette@uconn.edu. |
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