Women's History Month in Reno

Women's History Month in the United States recognizes and honors the contributions of women in a wide variety of endeavors. In Nevada, a number of women have made significant marks. One of the most prominent is Native American Sarah Winnemucca. A statue of her stands in the new Capitol Visitors' Center in Washington, D.C. A duplicate graces the Nevada State Capitol in Carson City, and smaller versions are in Las Vegas and Winnemucca.

A highlight of the month is March 8, which is International Women's Day 2009. A scholarship fundraiser dinner will be held in Carson City, with proceeds going to benefit women's scholarships and programs at Nevada colleges and universities. For ticket information, contact Donna Clontz at donnanorm1@yahoo.com. RSVPs are required.

Stories About Nevada Women

Sarah Winnemucca is one of Nevada's most famous women, but she is certainly not the only one who has made significant contributions to life in Nevada and beyond. In cooperation with the Nevada Women's History Project, the Reno Gazette-Journal will be publishing several biographies of Nevada women during March, 2009, in their Neighbors and Voices section. Look for these stories each week on Sunday and from Tuesday through Friday.

Women's History Month At TMCC

Truckee Meadows Community College is sponsoring several events for 2009 Women's History Month. For more information, contact the TMCC Public Information Office at (775) 673-7087.

Women's History Month At UNR

Through its Women's Studies program, the University of Nevada, Reno is sponsoring and presenting a wide variety of programs related to Women's History Month. Subjects include the arts, women in medicine, lobbying government on women's issues, and lots more. For information, call Donna Clontz at (775) 747-5452.

2009 Women Veterans Summit

The 2009 Women Veterans Summit will be in Reno on Saturday, March 7 at the Peppermill Hotel Casino. To register by phone, call (702) 310-2262. For reservations at the Peppermill, call (866) 821-9996.