Women's History Month
Honoring the collective courage, leadership and strength of women whose contributions have made an indelible impact — then and now.
Upcoming Events
Students, faculty and staff are all welcome!
Empowering Women in Life, on the Stage, and on Screen
An autobiographical performance presentation by Yvonne Caro Caro, international Puerto Rican actress
March 10, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Westchester Campus
Main Hall, Lecture Hall
Women of Mercy: Inclusivity & Leadership
Join us for a women's empowerment event for all! It will feature a panel of women representing all of Mercy University's sectors. The panel will be followed by interactive workshops addressing the personal and professional concerns of all who identify as women or non-binary.
March 14, 2025
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Westchester Campus
Mercy Hall Rotunda
Great Italian Women in Modern History
An international virtual presentation by Giulia Gregori, Italian linguist and educator
March 19, 2025
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Westchester Campus
Main Hall, Room 204
or
Virtual via Zoom
Past Events
Revisit some of our highlight events.
Chamique Holdsclaw
Outer Success and Inner Turmoil
2023 Women's Empowerment Conference keynote
Sonia Manzano
Sesame Street's Sonia Manzano spoke at the Women's Leadership Conference at Mercy. She recently retired after spending 44 years as Maria on the show where we watched her character get older through the years. She's a new book author with lots to say about women in today's world.
Indra Nooyi
Former PepsiCo Chairman and CEO Indra Nooyi met with students for a fascinating talk about her journey and their futures.
Events Around Campus
Find inspiration in the achievements of Mercy students, alumni, faculty, staff and trustees. Events are open to all Mercy students.
Women's History Month Tote Bag Decorating
Tuesday, March 11
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Manhattan Campus
3rd Floor Activities Desk
Women's History Month Bingo
Thursday, March 13
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Manhattan Campus
3rd Floor Activities Desk
Women Appreciation Bracelets
Tuesday, March 18
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Manhattan Campus
3rd Floor Activities Desk
News Archive
Women’s Empowerment Conference Celebrates Feminism and How it Differs Across Generations
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Making History: Women’s Basketball Team NCAA-bound for First Time in Nearly 40 Years!
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Story of Jen San Juan – Women in Professional Sports
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Former chairman & CEO of PepsiCo Indra Nooyi Speaks About Breaking Down Barriers
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Women's Rights in the Spotlight at Mercy
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