The University of Arkansas campus will celebrate International Women's Day on Thursday, March 8. 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 4-5:30 p.m. in the Arkansas Union International Connections Lounge. The event will feature inspirational speakers, performances and a "True Beauty" fashion show. The full itinerary for the day is as follows:

9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. – Women of the World Photo Gallery

Photos of University of Arkansas international and American women will be on display.

10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. – International Women's Day Booths

Information about women's issues around the world will be on display. A few examples of these booths are - Our Women are Sacred: A campaign to show awareness of missing and murdered indigenous women; Female Workforce in Bolivia: Jobs that Bolivian women engage even though the fields are conventionally led by men and problems that arise; What is Feminism in the US?, and Women Empowerment: Come and play a woman empowerment Jenga game.

10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. – Thank You Note Booth

Note cards designed by a female international student-artist from Iran will be provided for you to thank faculty, staff, family and friends who inspire you.

11 a.m.-1 p.m. – Flower Distribution

Flowers will be distributed to women outside and inside the Arkansas Union.

4-5:30 p.m. – International Women's Day program

Speakers, performances and a fashion show will be the highlights of the International Women's Day program.

All activities will be held in the Arkansas Union International Connections Lounge.

The University of Arkansas' International Women's Day celebration is sponsored by the Office of International Students and Scholars, the Center for Multicultural and Diversity Education, University Programs, Hermandad de Sigma Iota Alpha, Native American Student Association, International Culture Team, Spring International Language Center and many of international Registered Student Organizations.