The Women's Center: Women's Center Open House!

Thursday, September 13, 2012

Women's Center Open House!

Whee!! My first blog of the semester!! So if you didn't hear or didn't stop by today, the Women's Center held its annual Open House! It was such a great time and if you came I hope you had a fabulous time!! So many elements went into this event that made it such a success; the food, people, music, and overall atmosphere. First, the food. Holy snap it was so delicious!! All of the desserts came from Trader Joe's, and turned out to be such a hit that our fellow CSI staffers had to stop by and have some. The best part for me, however, were the new and familiar faces that we saw. It was awesome to see our friends that we have come to know come out and support, but also so great to see new faces in the WC. We even had some celeb appearances from Rick Brown and Pat Chang!

After staff introductions, everyone got the chance to mingle, catch up, and learn more about our space. As one of our staffers put it, "Its one big party and everyone is invited!". Check out our staff pic from today's Open House :)

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Our Services

Resource Collection

The Women's Center offers a library collection of extensive material concerning Women's Studies and multicultural literature, including books, reports, fact sheets, articles, videos and a variety of pamphlets. We can provide individualized assistance on research projects. Books are available for a two-week check out period.

Crisis Intervention Counseling

The Women's Center provides confidential counseling for anyone in need of assistance with a crisis, problem, or issue. The staff members are available to listen and discuss any concerns you may have. We are here to identify options and provide any information or referrals you may need.

Safer Sex Supplies

The Women's Center sells safer sex supplies to promote responsible intimacy. We sell assorted condoms for 10¢, lubricant packets for 10¢, and dental dams for 25¢ each! The condoms and dental dams are available in a variety of flavors including strawberry, banana, mint and vanilla.

Advocacy

The Women’s Center Coordinator serves as an advocate for all students, faculty, and staff in regard to discrimination, harassment, assault, or violence. The Coordinator provides confidential assistance and supports all individuals in filing a complaint or utilizing the college judicial/grievance system.

Educational Programs

The Women's Center organizes workshops and hosts speakers to enrich your college experience. We sponsor educational campaigns on a variety of issues such as body image, relationship violence, and more. We also offer assistance to RAs and all student clubs and organizations in designing programs, and sponsor special events for Women Studies minors. Let us know what programs you would like to see, or better yet, let us help you plan one!

Queer Peer Services Coordinator

The Queer Peer Services Coordinator is a staff member who provides peer counseling and advocacy for students who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transsexual as well as students who may be questioning and/or struggling with their sexual identity. Other services include a resource collection on LGBT issues and educational programs on sexual identity.

Men's Outreach Coordinator

The Men's Outreach Coordinator (MOC) works with men on campus about issues such as sexual assault and violence prevention, the meaning of masculinity, healthy relationships, gender stereotypes, and media images through group and individual settings.

Club Meeting Place

There are many clubs and organizations that meet in the Women’s Center, including Ramapo Pride (a Gay/Straight Alliance), Feminists United, Ramapo Students Against the War, Catholic Women at Ramapo, and the Body Image Support Group. Come in to find out this semester’s meeting days and times!