Enjoy a food sampling and information session on Black Americans' impact on the culinary arts from the American Revolution to the present. Email Ronda Drakeford at [email protected] for more information. Register on the link below.
As part of the Women's History Month Film Series and the Meadowlands Monday Movie Series, the film, MissRepresentation (2012), challenges the media’s limited portrayals of women and girls, making it difficult for women to achieve leadership positions. The location of the film...
President of the Women's Political Caucus of NJ, Eileen Kean, Esq., encourages Bergen faculty, staff, and students to increase their political involvement. Co-sponsored by Bergen’s Women’s Advisory Committee.
Learn about the buried history of the outrageous, often brilliant women, who founded the modern women’s movement from 1966 to 1971.
Watch a film that challenges the media’s limited and often disparaging portrayals of women and girls, which makes it difficult for women to achieve leadership positions and for the average woman to feel powerful herself.
All are welcome to kick off this year’s Women’s History Month with lunch prepared by Bergen’s Culinary Program.
Tara Norman, Director of Diversity and Inclusion at Planned Parenthood, will speak to faculty, staff, and students on nurturing resilience.
Shirley Chisholm, the first black woman elected to Congress in 1968, ran for president in 1972. Supported by a motley crew of blacks, feminists, and young voters, this film covers their campaign-trail challenges.
Dr. Radhakrishnan shares her research findings on gender, development, globalization, and cultural change in India, South Africa, and the US.
Attend a half-day conference in honor of International Women’s Day featuring speakers and a luncheon to commemorate the work of women in higher education at Bergen and within the community.
As part of the Women’s History Month Film Series and the Meadowlands Monday Movie Series, watch the film, Chisholm ‘72: Unbought and Unbossed (2005) to learn about Shirley Chisholm, the first black woman elected to Congress in 1968. The film covers her...
Calling all creatives! What is your immigration story? The Asian Heritage Committee is sponsoring an ABCs of Immigration Project where all students, faculty, and staff can contribute written and visual artwork to share their immigration story. Writing or artwork must be submitted to...
Calling all creatives! What is your immigration story? The Asian Heritage Committee is sponsoring an ABCs of Immigration Scholarship where Bergen students can submit their written and visual artwork on their immigration story to be considered for an ABC’s of Immigration Student Scholarship. Writing...
As part of the Women’s History Month Film Series and the Meadowlands Monday Movie Series, watch the film, Ruthie and Connie: Every Room in the House (2002), to meet the Jewish great-grandmothers from Brooklyn who launched the marriage equality movement. The location...
This remarkable film asserts “evolutionary proof that women, especially mature women, are best equipped to run the world.” Panel discussion after the film with NJ State Senator Holly Schepisi, CEO of Bergen New Bridge Medical Deborah Visconi, and the directors of the...
This film tells the story of the women who, in the 60s and 70s, used code names, fronts, and safe houses to protect themselves and their work: an underground service for women seeking safe, affordable, illegal abortions.
Meet the Jewish great-grandmothers from Brooklyn who launched the marriage equality movement.
As part of the Women’s History Month Film Series and the Meadowlands Monday Movie Series, watch the film, The Janes (2022). This film tells the story of the women who, in the 60s and 70s, used code names, fronts, and safe houses...
Join the Ramapo-Munsee Lenape for a film screening presentation of three short documentaries, curated by Oleana Whispering Dove, that bring awareness to Indigenous peoples’ struggles for social justice and cultural preservation. A sampling of Indigenous foods will be served.
The Literary Arts Series will host Walter Mosley, famous novelist and crime writer, for a speaking event on campus March 26, 2024 in A-104 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. For more information, email Dr. Jessica Datema at [email protected].
Performances from Bergen faculty and students, open to anyone who wants to perform songs originally written or performed by women songwriters or singers. Performers of all genders are welcome!
Watch an eye-opening documentary that examines science, politics, and the mystery of the menstrual cycle, through the experiences of doctors, athletes, movie stars, journalists, activists, and everyday people.
Seasoned performers or first-timers, the stage is yours at this Poetry Open Mic celebrating women. Bring your talents and share the spotlight with our diverse community. See you there!
Watch a revelatory documentary exploring Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s life and career.
Celebrate Community Health through health awareness activities and information in the Student Center.
Members of the community will host tables with SAAM information and resources that Bergen and the community provide to all students.
Celebrate Community Health through health awareness activities and information in the Student Center.
Learn how to prevent the dangers of fentanyl in room S-132.
Celebrate Community Health through health awareness activities and information in the Student Center Lounge.
Bergen is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs and activities. Accommodation requests related to disability should be made to [email protected].
