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Breast Cancer Survivor's Group
Time: TBA
Location: Lesbian & Gay Community Center of Kansas City, 207
Westport Road (KCMO)
Have you recently been diagnosed with Breast Cancer? Are you
a survivor? If you or someone you know is currently dealing with
breast cancer and needs a lesbian support group, please contact Sue at
ssarkesian@kc.rr.com.
The group will meet at LGCCKC and time and date to be determined by
interest.
Thursday, August 14
Red Cross Racing Blood Drive
Time:
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location:
YWCA of Greater Kansas City, 1017 N. 6th St. (KCK)
The American Red Cross is teaming up with 3M and Roush Fenway Racing to
launch Red Cross Racing, a campaign to
engage NASCAR fans as blood donors and to raise awareness about the ongoing
need for blood. Race to the blood drive and receive a NASCAR lanyard. Please
make an appointment for your donation by calling 816-841-5303!
Tuesday, August 19
Financial Fitness Workshop for Women
Time:
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Location:
Trailside Center, 9901 Holmes Road (KCMO)
It's never too soon to start planning for your financial security. The
Wise-Up program was designed especially for women aged 22 - 35. However,
women of all ages have benefited from this informative workshop, and it's
free! the Financial Fitness Workshop for Women is designed to help
participants manage credit card debt, increase savings, learn how to budget
and give themselves a raise.
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Wednesday, August 20
Authentic Women Luncheon Series
Time:
11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location:
House of Menuha
Cost: $20 donation includes homemade lunch
A dining experience for Body and Soul - the Authentic Women Luncheon Series.
The guest at this luncheon is Cynthia Levin, Producing Artistic
Director, Unicorn Theater. More
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Saturday, September 20
RESILIENCE: An Essential Ingredient for a Fulfilled Life
Time:
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location:
First Lutheran Church, 6400 State Line (Mission, KS)
Cost: $55, includes materials and a mid-session vegetarian
brunch
Moira Mulhern, Ph.D. is co-founder
and CEO of Turning Point: The Center for Hope and Healing, a Kansas City
nonprofit that offers resilience-building skills, classes, and support
programs to people managing chronic or serious physical illness. She has
extensive experience in stress management, support and training programs.
Register by September 1 and receive a gift certificate to attend a Menuha
Reflection of your choice!
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Tuesday, September 23
Women in Leadership Symposium
Time:
7:30 - 8:30 a.m. continental
breakfast and networking, 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. symposium, 1 - 4 p.m. mentoring
summit
Location:
The Hyatt Crown Center Hotel, 2345 McGee Street (KCMO)
Cost: $99
Presented by the National Diversity Council. The Women in Leadership
Symposium: Leading, Mentoring and Shaping the Future. Topics of discussion
include gender unconscious, balancing career and personal life, real and
perceived barriers to leadership, mentoring - identifying a mentor and being
a mentor, preparing for the next opportunity, and excellence: a sign post to
success.
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Wednesday, September 24
Greater Kansas City Employer Fair
Time:
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location:
Swinney Recreation Center, 5030 Holmes (KCMO)
The 23rd annual Greater Kansas City Employer Fair is sponsored by the UMKC
Career Services Center and the career centers of 25 Midwestern colleges and
universities. The fair provides an opportunity for upcoming and recent
college graduates and community members to network with companies and
organizations to learn about employment opportunities.
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Thursday, October 23
Network & Follow Up Like a PRO Workshop
Time:
7:45 - 10 a.m.
Location:
Ottawa University, 4370 W. 110th St., Suite 200 (OP, KS)
Cost: $100 before Oct. 20, $120 starting Oct. 20
Workshop presented by Linda Steele, network coach. For more information,
call 913-825-0965 or email
Linda@HowtoBusinessNetwork.com.
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Thursday October 23
School of Computing and Engineering Career Fair
Time:
2 - 5 p.m.
For more information regarding this fair please contact the School of
Computing and Engineering.
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Wednesday, October 29
Criminal Justice & Criminology Career Fair
Time:
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location:
UMKC University Center, Pierson Auditorium
Representatives from a variety of criminal justice and social service
agencies will be available to discuss career opportunities as well as the
best ways to prepare for careers in their field.
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Wednesday, October 29
Etiquette Dinner
Time:
6 - 8:30 p.m.
Location:
UMKC University Center, Pierson Auditorium
Cost: Tickets will be available for purchase September 29
at the Career Services Center or at the Bloch School Career Services
Satellite Office.
Etiquette is made up of significantly more important things than knowing
which fork to use during a meal. Employers may feel that if you can't be
trusted not to embarrass yourself in business and social situations, you may
lack the self-control necessary to be a good employee. Please join us for
this workshop where you will learn not only which fork to use, but how to
present yourself in a polished, professional manner.
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