The Office of International Students and Scholars, in conjunction with the Graduate School and International Education, Center for Multicultural and Diversity Education and Spring International Language Center will celebrate International Women's Day on Tuesday, March 8.

The theme of this year's celebration is "Pledge for Parity." The celebration recognizes women who strive to make positive changes in our world, in our country and in our community.

The day is an opportunity to reflect on the achievements and contributions women have made and continue to make in our global society. The day also brings awareness to the gaps in women's rights across the world.

The community is invited to join in all the day's scheduled festivities. The main event will take place from 4 to 5:15 p.m. in the Arkansas Union International Connections Lounge. The event will feature three inspirational speakers, performances and a "True Beauty" fashion show. The full itinerary for the day is as follows:

10 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Photography Display

• "Women of UARK" and "Women Around the World" photo display

11 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Informational Fair

• R.E.S.P.E.C.T. booth
• Dream B.I.G booth
• Engineering World Health booth
• "Leaving Your Footprint" Project booth
• Rosie the Riveter photo booth
• "100 Years of Fashion" booth

11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. - Flower Distribution

• 150 purple carnations given away

3:45 to 4 p.m. - Flower Distribution

• 150 purple carnations given away

4 to 5:15 p.m. - Main Event

• Speech by Dr. Lisa Corrigan, Director of the Gender Studies Program at the U of A
• Speech by Dina Abuabah and Laury Quiel Lopez, international students at the U of A
• Cultural performances
• Appreciation Ceremony
• "True Beauty" Fashion Show

5:15 to 6 p.m. - Reception

All activities will be held in the Arkansas Union International Connections Lounge. Contact Mengjiao Liao at ictga@uark.edu for additional information.