This program is new to UCSB in Fall 2006 so is still under development. A dynamic group of women faculty, staff, and students will work together to design the format and activities for the 2006-07 year.
The overall goals of the Women’s Program will be to foster a wonderful learning community among two floors of first-year women as well as to provide these women with mentoring to assist in their growth and development as young adults. We also hope to provide opportunities for first-year women to explore, define and express their gender identity in ways that challenge restrictive and oppressive sex role stereotypes, with the ultimate goal of fostering a positive connection with women, men, and the communities in which they live and work.
Students will be provided with formal and informal mentoring with positive female role models from both the campus and community, as well as engaging activities and educational experiences. Students are connected to campus staff and services that promote both academic and personal success.
Services Include:
- One-on-one discussion and support by campus staff in key positions (e.g., academic advisors, career advisors, freshman counselors, student health educators, etc.).
- Workshops on a variety of topics about what it means to be a woman in today’s world, femininity in the media, skills for college success, relationships, communication, stress reduction, and more.
- Women’s discussion groups with women of all ages and backgrounds.
- Male/female dialogs with other UCSB students.
- Leadership training and development.
- Fun activities and social events.
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