February Newsletter: Looking Forward to 2022! |
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The LADYS program- Charlottesville is looking for 2 Hermanas who would like to be serve as mentors this year from the end of February until May. Due to the virtual setting of LADYS this year and lowered interest in the virtual format, we have had to postpone LADYS as a full year program to a semester program for this academic year. We have promising LADYS mentees who would thrive through great mentorship this semester as one prepares for college this August and another will enter her senior year in high school. We are reaching out to Hermanas who would like to mentor this spring 2022 semester. Please reach out to CvilleLADYSProgram@gmail.com for more information.
Additionally, if you are not able to serve as a mentor but would like to be involved in some capacity with the program, such as being part of the Board of Directors for the LADYS Program-Cville next academic year 2022-2023, or serve as a speaker or interviewee in upcoming workshops for our LADYS mentees, please reach out to us at CvilleLADYSProgram@gmail.com.
~ We welcome Hermanas from all states! ~ |
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Board of Directors Introduction: - Director - |
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Introducing our LADYS Board of Directors for 2021-2022! Every month we will be highlighting an important member from our team. For our first month we are proud to introduce our Director, Debbie! As Director of the LADYS Program - Cville, Debbie oversees the management, strategic development, and implementation of the program. |
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Starting the year feeling grateful for all of our supporters! Special shoutout and thank you to those who donated to us during this past year's #GivingTuesday. SLU Alpha Lambda Chapter
Angie Aramayo Sarah Dodge Alexandra Caballero Sarah Nerette Kaitlyn Diaz Laura Spagna Thank you all for always supporting us and helping us continue to mentor our young LADYS! We could not do this work without all of your love and support. You can still help make a difference too by clicking the button below: |
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February is Black History Month |
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Black History Month is an annual observance originating in the United States, where it is also known as African-American History Month. This year's theme “Black Health and Wellness,” as outlined by the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH).
Throughout February, we celebrate the achievements and contributions African Americans have made to our society, while still recognizing that the battle for true equality continues today. Even after February is over, let’s remember that Black lives will FOREVER matter. |
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Current Events & Resources |
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February 2022 American Heart Month February is American Heart Month. This month is dedicated to advocating cardiovascular health and raising awareness about heart disease. Take time this month to go for a health check-up and educate yourself about taking an active role in reducing your risk for heart disease by eating a healthy diet, engaging in physical activity, and managing your cholesterol and blood pressure. |
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February 1, 2022 Lunar New Year Happy Lunar New Year! Many Asian cultures historically follow a lunar, rather than solar, calendar, so the Lunar New Year falls on a different day on the Gregorian calendar every year. February 1st marks the Lunar New Year, most commonly associated with the Chinese New Year or Spring Festival. The Lunar New Year 2022 celebrates the Year of the Tiger. Wishing everyone good luck, health, and cheer! |
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February 11, 2022 International Day of Women and Girls in Science On February 11, we celebrate the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. This day seeks to promote full and equal access for women and girls to participate in science.
The day also recognizes the critical role women and girls play in science and technology! |
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February 14, 2022 Valentine's Day Happy Valentine’s Day, from us to you! Be sure to remind your loved ones that you’re thinking of them today.
May your day be filled with lots of love from family, friends, and significant others. |
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DUE MARCH 15, 2022 Cornell STEM Summer Programs DPE is proud to offer the week-long CURIE and CATALYST Academies for rising high school juniors and seniors each July. The CURIE Academy is a week-long summer program at Cornell University for young women interested in learning about engineering. The CATALYST Academy brings together young men and women of diverse racial, socioeconomic, and geographic backgrounds to spend a week at Cornell learning about engineering fields and opportunities, gaining actual hands-on research experience, and forging peer and mentor connections, all while still finding time to have fun. https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engdiversity/prospective-students-outreach/high-school-summer-programs |
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Scholarships in Virginia | Scholarships by State | UnigoDid you know that Virginia is home to the country's second oldest institute of higher education, the College of William and Mary? This school had some pretty prestigious alumni as well, including presidents Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, and John Tyler. |
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Want to help the LADYS Program CVILLE? We always welcome fresh ideas and suggestions for our workshops, events, and trips. Have ideas you'd like to share? Submit them to us! Are you interested in making a monetary donation? Any bit helps towards our programming. Donate today or contact us directly. |
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