Sheridan Student Union and Sheridan’s Wellness Committee celebrates…
International Women's Day is held March 8, a global day created to raise awareness and celebrate the achievements of women, girls, Two-Spirit and non-binary people, and actively advocate for a more gender-inclusive and equitable world. This year, we want to celebrate the power, resilience and stories that exists within our own Sheridan Community.
Many students, faculty members and staff have remarkable stories of triumph, successes and challenges and together we want to recognize folks at Sheridan who are helping pave the way for a brighter future for us all.
Celebrate IWD with the SSU
We’re celebrate International Women’s Day with three pop-ups at each campus! Stop by, unwind and feel inspire to create and uplift yourself and your friends. Curious what you can do at the pop-ups? Take a look ⬇️
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Stop by and celebrate International Women’s Day at the Davis Atrium on Monday, March 4, 2024 for a fun pop-up event. We’ve got postcards with empowering quotes, stickers, and the chance to design your own tote bags, poster cards, or bracelets/ jewelry. If colouring is your vibe, stop by and get creative.
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Stop by and celebrate International Women’s Day at the TRC Atrium on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 from 11 am - 2 pm for a fun pop-up event. We’ve got postcards with empowering quotes, stickers, and the chance to design your own tote bags, poster cards, or bracelets/ jewelry. If colouring is your vibe, stop by and get creative.
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Stop by and celebrate International Women’s Day at the Davis Atrium on Friday, March 8, 2024 from 11 am - 2 pm for a fun pop-up event. We’ve got postcards with empowering quotes, stickers, and the chance to design your own tote bags, poster cards, or bracelets/ jewelry. If colouring is your vibe, stop by and get creative.
On International Women’s Day 2023, hundreds of community organizations from across Canada have signed a statement declaring that gender equality cannot be achieved without supporting, celebrating, and uplifting trans women. Sheridan Student Union was amongst many organizations who have called upon the Government of Canada to ensure that trans communities are included in the forthcoming National Action Plan to Combat Hate.
Inspirational Student Stories
Sheridan Clubs To Join:
Books To Empower Us All
Check out these books written by powerful women who are passionate about advocating for women’s rights, shedding a light on the biases in our world, and breaking stereotypes in literature and beyond.
we measure the earth with our bodies
This intergenerational saga spans decades and continents, as Tsering Yangzom Lama unearths how exiles create home. The Tibetan women at the centre of Lama’s story are bound by an unflinching love for each other, their people, and the country to which they can no longer return.
Girl, woman, other
Girl, Woman, Other follows the lives and struggles of twelve very different characters. The shines a light on the group of women and non-binary folks as they tell the stories of their families, friends and lovers, across the country and through the years.
voices of powerful women
This book is structured around ten questions, with the 40 powerful interviewees sharing insightful answers questions about early experiences, inspirations in life and most admired female figures to how to change the world and advice for the younger generation.
FOR BROWN GIRLS WITH SHARP EDGES AND TENDER HEARS
For generations, Brown girls have had to push against powerful forces of sexism, racism, and classism, often feeling alone in the struggle.Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodríguez offers wisdom and a liberating path forward for all women of color.
Period power: a manifesto for the menstrual movement
PERIOD founder and Harvard College student Nadya Okamoto offers a manifesto on menstruation and why we can no longer silence those who bleed. Nadya sheds light on the stigmas and biases and offers ideas on how to get involved with youth activism.
invisible women: data bias in a world designed for men
Celebrated feminist advocate Caroline Criado Perez investigates the shocking root cause of gender inequality in data, diving into women’s lives at home, the workplace, the public square, the doctor’s office, and more.
Community Shout Outs:
We asked students, staff, faculty and Sheridan Community to share their thoughts, messages and words for powerful and inspirational women making an impact on campus. Here’s a few of the messages they shared:
A message about Kathryn Potter
A classmate and friend. She is an inspiring woman, a single mother of two kids, who left her job to change her career and explore a new field of work and hence studying at Sheridan with me while carrying her heart on her sleeves and battling her ADHD. She is braver than anyone to have to take such bold steps. She doesn't give up...
- Amrita Chatterjee Dey
A Message for OA Faculty
and staff:
I want to recognize our inspiring and dynamic team, who continuously improve women's lives daily. Their understanding, approachability, interest and advocacy contribute to a sincere attempt to provide a positive and inclusive environment.
- Connie Stevens
A Message about Jessna:
Friend. A great talent and a down-to-earth person. The way she dances and the things that she is doing has already influenced thousands of people and I hope that she gets more recognition in the college, so that more people can learn and get inspired from her. - Dennis Paul
A Message for Helly:
She is a beautiful soul that needs to know she's got it. From difficult tasks that challenge her to tiny things that makes her who she is. Never apologize for being you and for sharing what you feel. You come from great strength and want you to know that no matter how many curve balls you're thrown at, you have that strength in you. Sending big hugs.
- Hettiadura Fernando
A message about Katie Rankin
Katie is a passionate and committed leader who inspired me to be my best self. She embodies our very best human-centred qualities and can be counted on for a warm smile and a compassionate ear. She's a passionate teacher who wants the best for her students and who is not afraid to question established ways of seeing and doing. Everyone should have a Katie Rankin on their team!
- Shannon Pirie
A Message for Rubiat:
Rubiat is one of the most exceptional people I know. She is a hard worker and endlessly passionate towards her projects. She works for multiple different sections of Sheridan (at the SSU and residence while also applying for IXDA council) I think that her devote efforts towards getting involved and making the changes she wants to see should be recognized. Rubiat is a dear friend of mine and I love her! When I think of Rubiat I think of a talented, strong and outstanding role-model in everything she does. She is one crazy cool gal !!
- Georgia Radulovich
A Message about Lisa:
What I admire about Lisa is her drive to be as inclusive as possible, no matter what she does at work or in her personal life. At work, she can be depended on to be a good listener and to ensure that everyone has a voice at the table. When she is not at Sheridan, Lisa is a professional disc golfer who dedicates her time to bringing others into the sport so that they can feel the same joy as her in connecting with others and building skills through competition. I feel very lucky to have her on the library team. - Marian Traynor
To Charmila Chand
Charmila, you really are a gem of a person. You are great in all of the things you do whether being a Peer Mentor, Enactus President or even just being a friend. Your caring and positive energy makes me inspired every day to be better every day. Thanks for being at the Centre for Student Success at the crucial moments, you've definitely made them memorable.
- Jerlin Thomas
A Message for Julie:
I would like to shout out to my professor and mentor Julie from FAHCS department. She is the example of walking the talk and a true Child and youth care practitioner. I bet not only females but all identifying genders feel safe in her presence and not only safe but all of us feel valued, heard and validated by her. I am shouting out her name to becoming a mother in her 40s and brilliantly doing her motherly duties and setting an example and paving a way that it is perfectly alright to become a mother at the age any woman feels, chooses and can do so.
I am also thankful to her for helping me learn my blank and blind spots and changing my perspective to see the world with an empathetic and non-judgmental glance. Thank you, Julie, Much respect and love for you. - JAVARIA ADNAN
A Message for Emily:
“Professor Emily Brown is my Business Calculus instructor. She is always encouraging her students to have fun, cares about her students learning and wellness, and engages with her classes in such a way that the class atmosphere is easily lifted the moment she walks into the room. She has inspired me to believe in myself as math has not always been my best subject at times. She never fails to put a smile on my face, as well as others' faces too. She is one of a kind and I hope for nothing but success and happiness for her and her journey throughout her life!” - Hiral Lad
Maja, who you may recognize from SSU’s social media, shares what it was like to attend the international education conference as an international student. Read more to find out what inspired her to work hard for the Sheridan student community! ⬇️