Women’s History Month

JSCC’s Women’s History Committee seeks to highlight the Women of JSCC
Each Monday in March, women from around the college will be recognized for their contributions to Jeff State.

If you would like to be highlighted, or if you would like to nominate someone to be highlighted, please fill out the nomination form by February 26, 2026.

For questions, please contact Aaliyah Moore-Boone at [email protected].

Celebrate Women’s History Month by participating in the writing contest, sponsored by the JSCC Women’s History Committee and Sigma Kappa Delta. This year’s theme, “Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future,” invites students to ponder inspiring women who have led efforts in the realm of sustainability in the economy, environment, and other social arenas.

Students can submit a written essay (500-750 words) exploring either of the following prompts:

• Personal narrative: How have you or how has a woman in your life fostered an idea revolving around sustainability. (no outside sources)
• Informational narrative: Discuss an important female conservationist and showcase why her contributions have been extraordinary. (no outside sources)

Deadline: March 31, 2026, by 12:00 p.m. (Noon)
Winners announced: April 3, 2026.

Contest details and submission guidelines:

1. Status: To enter the writing contest, you must be a current Jefferson State student.
2. Length: Your written analysis should be between 500-750 words (two double-spaced typed pages).
3. Format: Written analysis should be completed on a Word document with student name and title, and include introduction, body, and conclusion paragraphs; no outside sources; absolutely no generative AI or grammar checkers may be used.
4. Winners: Sigma Kappa Delta will sponsor prizes for the top three essays voted on by the Women’s History Committee and SKD student judges.

Please fill out the form below to submit:

The Pi Pi Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa and the Women’s History Month Committee host a special brunch or lunch in honor of International Women’s Day!

This year’s brunch will feature a panel-style discussion focused on women shaping a sustainable future and their contributions to environmentalism. Free coffee and brunch will be provided.

When: March 6, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Where: Shelby-Hoover Campus, JMB, Multipurpose room

RSVP by: March 3, 2026

This event is open to all women on campus, but please note that seating is limited, so we encourage you to RSVP as soon as possible to secure your spot. Please fill out the RSVP form linked below by March 3rd. Due to the high demand and limited seating, RSVPs will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.