Social Media: Showcasing Women who Educated & Inspired us
Padrón Campus Instagram
Led by: Alicia K. Garcia (with Dr. Gloria Baez and Christine Llorente)
Curate Friday social media posts about women who continue to influence education and inspire us as women, educators, students, and leaders. Posts will include a photo and quick bio of the women. Posts will be scheduled throughout the month each Friday.
Follow Us: https://www.instagram.com/mdcpadron/
Learning Commons Display of Books on Women Who Educate and Inspire
Learning Commons · Building 6, Room 6011
Led by: Zelda Rivas
Step into the world of inspiration and empowerment! This month-long display at the Padrón Campus Learning Commons is dedicated to celebrating women who have educated, inspired, and made an indelible impact on society. Curated by learning resources, the collection features an array of books highlighting the lives and achievements of influential women from various fields. Discover their stories, gain insights, and be motivated by their journeys. Don't miss out on this opportunity to be inspired and educated by these remarkable women.
Kick-off Event-Movie Screening: Love, Gilda
Tuesday, March 4
6–8 p.m.
Building 6, Room 6151
Led by Dr. Jessica Espinosa, Dr. Dee Candales, Dr. Eliza Butler
Join us as we launch Women’s Heritage Month with a special screening of Love, Gilda, a heartfelt documentary celebrating the life and legacy of comedy legend Gilda Radner. Known for her groundbreaking work as an original cast member of Saturday Night Live, Gilda’s humor and resilience continue to inspire generations. After the screening, stay for a brief discussion on how Gilda’s story resonates with the themes of Women’s Heritage Month. Popcorn will be provided. All classes are welcome to attend!
Register: https://mdc.formstack.com/forms/womens_heritage_month_kick_off_event
5 Strategies to Empower Women in the Age of AI
Wednesday, March 5
Noon–1 p.m.
Virtual
Led by: Dr. Elodie Billionniere
This session is designed for women as well as anyone who wants to take charge of their futures in an AI-driven workplace. You’ll learn five essential strategies to prepare yourself for the new workplace, from how AI is changing the workforce and the practical tools you can use today to understanding the importance of your voice in shaping fair and inclusive AI systems. Whether you’re a student, professional, or curious community member, you’ll leave with actionable steps to build confidence, adapt to emerging technologies, and take ownership of your role in the AI era. All are welcome to attend!
Register:
https://mdc-edu.zoom.us/j/89172693760?pwd=Lgs9ZvyLCX8sP6obopwVq4bC5T3TUQ.1
MOAD: “The Artist as Educator”
Thursday, March 6
6:30–8 p.m.
Building 2, Room 201
Led by: MOAD: Kabuya Pamela Bowens-Saffo, Anita Sharma, and Dr. Alex Cornelius
“The Artist as Educator” examines how the presentation of Kabuya Pamela Bowens-Saffo: From the Heights conveys the power of educational legacy and cultural connection. Bowens-Saffo’s parents were teachers, and she has worked as a curator and educator. Presenters Kabuya Pamela Bowens-Saffo, Anita Sharma, and Dr. Alex Cornelius share their scholarship on the role of the artist’s archive, historic preservation, and the necessity to highlight women creatives who are under-studied. Why is the archival documentation needed in the context of community building? How do women artist educators influence generations of multidisciplinary creatives? Kabuya Pamela Bowens-Saffo, MFA, is a Florida-based artist specializing in printmaking and mixed media constructions. Alex Cornelius, PhD, is the Director of the Center for Women and Gender Studies at Florida International University. Anita Sharma, MA, Founder and Archivist of WAAM has over twenty years of experience working with artists’ archives and museums. Sharma received her MA in Area Studies from the School of Oriental & African Studies at University of London, London, England. Sharma’s role as Humanities Scholar includes co-curating the exhibition, selecting and displaying the artist’s archive using their established artist archive methodology, and presenting on the historical significance of artist’s archives. The Museum of Art and Design (MOAD) at MDC may document the event, including its attendees. By entering the area, and/or participating in the event, you consent to the recording and its use in any form.
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-artist-as-educator-tickets-1111862944999
MOAD: Kabuya Pamela Bowens-Saffo: From the Heights
March 1-15th
Wednesdays-Saturdays: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Art Gallery · Building 3, Room 3113
March 5-6: Meet the Artist
Led by: MOAD
From the Heights marks South Florida native Kabuya Pamela Bowens-Saffo’s first solo art exhibition in Miami. Featuring works from as early as 1977 to present day, this exhibition celebrates the artist’s practice as a printmaker and honors her legacy as an active member of the South Florida art community.
While based in Miami, Florida, Bowens-Saffo was engaged with the Miami Black Arts Workshop (MBAW) and an influential educator at the Barnyard Community Center in the historical Coconut Grove neighborhood. Impactful experiences in Richmond Heights and Coconut Grove nurtured her consciousness and propelled her decades-long commitment to art for and about people. Specializing in printmaking and mixed media constructions, Bowens-Saffo's art delves into social and political human relations, emphasizing the African American experience.
Born in Richmond Heights, Florida and currently living and working in Tallahassee, Bowens-Saffo received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree at Howard University and her MFA from the Tyler School of Art at Temple University. She is the recipient of awards from both the National Endowment for the Arts and the New York Foundation for the Arts. From the Heights contemplates the role played by art collectives, explores the importance of archiving an artist’s oeuvre, and enlightens issues of race, gender, and class as it relates to history writing.
This exhibition was developed in collaboration with the Women Artists Archive Miami (WAAM).
Explore: https://moadmdc.org/exhibitions/kabuya-pamela-bowens-saffo-from-the-heights
Women’s History Month Open Mic
Wednesday, March 12
Noon–1 p.m.
Building 2, Flag Courtyard
Led by: Alicia K. Garcia & Urbana Literary & Arts Magazine
The mic is open–come share your voice! This open mic event in the Flag Courtyard will celebrate poetry and prose written by or about women! All are welcome to attend. Come to watch or step up to the microphone to read a piece–it can be original work, or a favorite poem. All are welcome to attend!
Women in Education: Women Who Moved the Field of Education Forward
Wednesday, March 12
5–7 p.m.
Virtual
Led by: Dr. Suzanne Cruz, Dr. Dee Candales, Dr. Eliza Butler, Dr. Jessica Espinosa, and Dr. Christina Muelle
Learn more about the remarkable women who moved education forward and inspired generations of educators. All are welcome to attend this event hosted by Padrón and North Campuses.
Join: https://mdc-edu.zoom.us/j/8289237886
Moving Forward in the Field of Advocacy and Inspiring Generation of Special Education Advocates
Thursday, March 13
6-7 p.m.
Virtual
Led by: Dr. Jasmine Diaz
Join us as we welcome our guest speaker, Farides (Fari) Garcia, the President/CEO of Parent to Parent of Miami. She is passionately committed to creating a more inclusive world for children and adults with disabilities. Her mission revolves around empowering families to discover their voices and advocating for the family perspective within our community. Gain valuable insights as she shares her experiences and perspectives, inspiring and motivating us to collectively shape a more accessible and compassionate world.
Eco-feminism and Zen Garden Work Day
Wednesday, March 19
1-2 p.m.
Zen Garden
Led by: Yadira Capaz and iCED, Alicia K. Garcia
Before working in the Zen Garden, Yadira Capaz will do a short presentation on eco-feminism and the outsized, positive influence women have on issues of the environment & sustainability. All are welcome to attend! Civic Action Scorecard points are available for this Changemaking event.