The Minority Women Concerns subcommittee addresses issues of particular concern to women of color. Its areas of focus include promoting and supporting research and evaluation intended to improve the status of women of color; helping to create a university climate that will help women of color to realize their educational and professional goals; and recommending changes in campus policy to assure the inclusion of women of color.

2012-2013 Co-Chairs
Tyra Oliver, 312-996-7329
Myra Gaines, 312-996-1616

MEETINGS:

When	Where
Wednesday, 12-1pm, 10/10/12	1740 W Taylor, Room 1135
Wednesday, 12-1pm, 11/14/12	1200 West Harrison, 3rd floor, Room 3050
Wednesday, 12-1pm, 12/12/12	1740 W Taylor, Room 1135
Wednesday, 12-1pm, 1/9/13	1200 West Harrison, 3rd floor, Room 3050
Wednesday, 12-1pm, 2/13/13	1740 W Taylor, Room TBD
Wednesday, 12-1pm, 3/13/13	canceled
Wednesday, 12-2pm, 4/10/13	1200 West Harrison, 3rd floor, Room 3050
Wednesday, 12-1pm, 5/8/13	1200 West Harrison, 3rd floor, Room 3050

UPCOMING ACTIVIES:

• Join us on May 8th as we plan our summer networking event and brainstorm activities for the 2013-2014 year.
• Registration for the 2013 Women's Leadership Symposium is now open. We're evaluating our budget to determine if we can sponsor women this year. More details to come.

COMMITTEE ANNOUNCEMENTS:

• Share your imagination, ideas, and skills to enhance your resume, expand your professional network, and help fellow UIC women with their personal and professional development. It takes more interest and passion than time. Coordinate one event per year or more if you like. We're seeking new members who are willing to actively participate in the committee. You will have guidance and assisance in making your idea a reality.

ACTIVITIES WE SPONSORED 2004-2013:

• Professional Development Luncheon April 2013
• Gift Giving on a Budget, Part IV: Giving community, December 2012
• Summer After Work: Networking & Live Jazz, July 2012 (includes pictures)
• Sponsored 4 women for the Women's Leadership Symposium June 2012
  Remarkable Women: Statements & Photos for the Professional Woman, March 2012
• Dress for Success, February 2012
• Gift Giving on a Budget, Part III, December 2011
• Domestic Violence Awareness: Erasing the Stigma, October 2011
• Look Great at 88, April 2011
• Hat and Glove Drive benefiting two community agencies, November - December 2010
• Gift Giving, Family Fun, and more on a Budget, Part II , November 2010
• Sponsored 11 women for the Women's Leadership Symposium, June 2010
• Gift giving, family fun, and more on a budget!, December 2009
• Making Healthy & Tasty Choice on a Budget, November 2009
• Time Management and Professional Networking, September 2009
• Sponsored 8 women for the Women's Leadership Symposium June 2009
• Balancing Everyday Life and Educational Advancement April 2009
• Let's Talk about Money February 2009
• Sponsored 11 women for the Women's Leadership Symposium June 2008
• Author Discussion with Alexis Pride June 2008
• Communications Skills Workshop November 2007
• Sponsored 10 women for the Women's Leadership Symposium June 2007
• Sponsored 9 women for the Women's Leadership Symposium June 2006
• Home Buying and Real Estate April 2006
• Finances and Your Future: Preparing for a Brighter Tomorrow February 2006
• Minority Women and Foods October 2005
• Healthcare: A Luncheon Discussion April 2005
• 11th Annual Pa'Lante Conference April 2005
• Minority Women Concerns Open House March 2005
• Training and Development Expo: Planning for your future even in economically challenging times September 2004
• Who Are You: Exploring and Apply Self Identity in March 2004

ACTIVITIES WE COSPONSORED 2004-2011:

• 3rd Annual University of Illinois at Chicago School of Public Health 2011 minority Health in the Midwest Conference, February 2011
• Introduction to Networking in the 21st Century, May 2010
• AAAN Class of 2010 Career Networking Event, April 2010
• Stress Management, May 2009
• Women and Money: Personal Finances, Savings, and Credit March 2008
• Summer Solstice with the Senator June 2007
• No! The Rape Documentary April 2006
• Networking Reception honoring Dr. Giachello March 2006
• Daughter@Work Day in April 2004, April 2005, April 2006
• Smart Women Finish Rich March 2004
• Educational Film Series March 2004

MEMBERSHIP AND LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:

• Do you want to make a difference at UIC, ensure UIC is an equitable place for Minority Women, build your resume, and practice and develop your leadership skills?
• If you can answer yes to the above questions, become a member of the CCSW Minority Women Concerns subcommittee. We are always accepting new members. Membership in the CCSW Minority Women Concerns subcommittee is simple. First, email or call the chairperson to let her know you want to be a member. Then provide assistance with developing ideas, planning, and staffing our various events. You are also asked to attend monthly subcommittee meetings as often as your schedule allows.
• Currently we looking for women who are willing to become co-chairs of this subcommittee. Click here to email our co-chairs if you are interested, have suggestion of who would be able to do the position, or have any questions regarding the co-chair position. You may also email either of the current co-chairs at tdoliver@uic.edu or mgaines@uic.edu .