Elizabethtown College is recognizing Women’s History Month with a series of programs that honor the leadership, creativity, and influence of women across generations.

Programming for Women’s History Month is offered through Etown’s Institute for Engagement, Mission and Impact, and highlights the work of student leaders, clubs, and campus partners. 

All members of the Etown community are welcome to participate in this commemorative month.

View upcoming events below:

Latin Dance Night | Tuesday, March 10 at 5:30 p.m. | West Art, 816 Buchanan Ave, Lancaster

Join the Latinx / Hispanic Student Union in celebrating Women’s History Month with an evening of music, movement, and community. The event will honor the strength and cultural influence of Latina women through dance. No experience is needed, just a willingness to participate. Registration is required. Contact the Latinx / Hispanic Student Union to reserve your spot.

Crafts & Conversation | Thursday, March 12, at 3:30 p.m. | BSC Bird Cage

Explore the history of protest fashion and the messages woven into clothing – from liberation symbols to styles of resistance. Students will create designs that reflect respect for people, while examining how clothing becomes a tool for voice, agency, and social change.

Crafts & Conversation | Thursday, March 19, at 3:30 p.m. | BSC Bird Cage

Explore how the hyper-sexualization of people in media impacts all identities – particularly through the lens of race and intersectionality. This hands-on session invites students to transform t-shirts into bold, expressive crop tops as a form of reclaiming narrative, agency, and power.

Social Justice Fair | Friday, March 20, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Bowers Center for Sports, Fitness & Well-Being

Five years of voices, one community. Join us for a full day of panels, workshops, and exhibits that spotlight community-based activism, policy change, and student-led initiatives. Come celebrate five years of listening, learning, and lifting our community! View the Social Justice Fair program.

Programs include:

  • Resource Fair | 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
  • Mini Conference Workshops | 1 to 4 p.m.
  • CommUNITY Circle Discussions | 4 to 5 p.m.

Haircuts by Alex at the Social Justice Fair | Friday, March 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Bowers Center Lobby 

Join us at the Social Justice Fair for a fresh cut and meaningful conversation. Haircuts by Alex offers a space for connection, confidence, and community care. Stop by to recharge and embrace self-expression!

Ujima Dialogue | Monday, March 23, at 4:30 p.m. | McCormick Classroom, High Library

This Women’s History Month edition of Ujima explores how collective work shows up in advocacy, care, and leadership across gender lines. Join us in celebrating the contributions of women in social change movements.

Virginia State University Concert Choir | March 23, at 7:30 p.m. | Elizabethtown Church of the Brethren | Free and Open to the Public

Experience an evening of powerful choral music honoring the work and legacy of Black women composers, directed by Craig Robertson. This Women’s History Month performance highlights a rich intersection of identity, artistry, and musical excellence through selections written by Black women, in collaboration with the Elizabethtown College Music Department. Hosted by the Elizabethtown Church of the Brethren, this event is free and open to the campus community and the public.

Mosaic Unbound | Tuesday, March 24, at 4:30 p.m. | McCormick Classroom, High Library

This conversation uplifts feminist voices across cultures and generations. This Mosaic Unbound session asks, “How do we amplify the voices of women past, present, and future?”

Thrift to Impress | Friday, March 27, at 3 p.m. | Jay Lounge

Join Noir, Etown’s Black Student Union, for a creative fashion experience inspired by the world-building style of Roblox. In partnership with Millersville University and Franklin & Marshall College, this event features pop-up thrift vendors and a live student-led fashion show where models style original looks from available pieces. Come celebrate sustainability, creativity, and community in honor of Women’s History Month.