CCSU Women’s Gender and Sexuality Studies
Women, Leaders, and Leadership
Twenty-First Annual June Baker Higgins Conference
and Inaugural Women of Influence Gala
May 11-12, 2012
Please join us at the annual June Baker Higgins Conference: Women, Leaders, & Leadership on May 11, 2012, and the Women of Influence Gala on May 12, 2012.To register, click here or contact Dr. Carolyn Fallahi at fallahic@ccsu.edu
Women, Leaders, & Leadership Conference
The conference will address the topic of women, leaders, and leadership across history and contexts wherever these are evident and/or absent. Participants will address a wide range of issues, including politics, social justice, economics, education, health care, fine arts, religion, business, violence and conflict resolution, and racial equality.
Our keynote speakers will be:
Friday, May 11, 2012:
Susan Campbell, columnist at the Hartford Courant and author of Dating Jesus.
Saturday, May 12, 2012:
Anne Stanback, founding Executive Director of Love Makes a Family, the lead organization that successfully fought for the freedom to marry in Connecticut.
Women of Influence Gala
The inaugural gala will honor women who have significantly impacted CCSU or the wider community, made a significant contribution in the lives of women, diligently promoted women’s rights, or have worked tirelessly to educate women. Proceeds from the event will benefit the June Baker Higgins Scholarship and other scholarships for women. Please see invitation below. Click here to register online. To learn more about the Women of Influence Sponsorship Opportunities, please click here.
The Recipients of this Year's Women of Influence Award:
Ms. Carol A. Ammon ’73
Founder and former CEO
Endo Pharmaceuticals
Dr. Joanne DiPlacido
Associate Professor of Psychology
Central Connecticut State University
The Honorable Carmen E. Espinosa ’71
Judge
Connecticut Appellate Court
Ms. Debra Goss
Manager, Division of Contract Compliance
State of Connecticut Department of Transportation
Dr. Merle W. Harris, BS’64, MS’73
Educator
Member, Connecticut Board of Regents for Higher Education
Ms. Marlene Ibsen
Vice President, Community Relations,
Travelers;
CEO & President, Travelers Foundation
Ms. Linda Sagnelli
Head Women’s Volleyball Coach
Central Connecticut State University
WGSS Gala Silent Auction Items (received through May 7, 2012)
Adam Broderick Salon & Spa (Ridgefield or Southbury)
Design Haircut with Senior Stylist
American Clock & Watch Museum
Four tickets to the museum
Arthur Murray Dance Studio
Gift certificate for two private and two semi-private dance lessons, valued at $199.00
Barcelona
Gift certificate for two (gratuity, tax, and alcohol not included)
Beautiful People Salon & Spa
Gift certificate for a pedicure & shellac, valued at $72.00
Big Y Markets
Gift Certificate for $25.00
Blue Man Group
Gift Certificate for 2 to a performance at the Astor Place Theater in New York, NY,
valued at $175.00
Bombay Olive
$50.00 gift certificate
Bridge Street Live
$250 Gift Certificate for the following events:
4 tickets for Newfound Road, May 17th
4 tickets for Lipbone Redding and the Lipbone Orchestra, May 26th
2 tickets for The Kortchmar McDonald Band, June 2nd
Brio Tuscan Grille, West Farms Mall
$50.00 gift certificate
Brownstone Exploration & Discovery Park
Gift certificate for an Adventure Sports Day pass for two
The Beadoir
Gift certificate expressly for two basic beading classes, valued at $70.00
Cava Restaurant
$25.00 Gift Certificate
Cabot Cheese
$75.00 gift basket that includes cheese, a cutting board and apron
Central Connecticut State University Book Store
CCSU bag, blanket, Nalgene water container, & movie
Valued at $90.00
Cheshire Nursery
Gift basket which includes a $50.00 gift certificate, a foliage and blooming plant basket, estimaged value $150.00.
City Stage and Symphony Hall
2 tickets to the opening performance of : Four Bitchin' Babes presents Mid Life Vices…. A Guilt Free Musical Revue on November 3, 2012, at 8:00 p.m.
Colchester Carpet
Dynamic Rug (Madelia Oriental Rug), 5'2" x 7'2", Estimated value $150.00
The Corner Pug
$25.00 gift certificate
Dakota Steakhouse
Two gift certificates for brunch, valued at $40.00.
The Discovery Museum & Planetarium
One family gift certificate that admits two adults and four children, valued at $54.00.
Effie’s Place Family Restaurant
$25.00 gift certificate
Excel Fitness
Gift Certificate for 1 month membership, 3 training sessions, and 3 group classes, valued at approximately $270.00. Also, Three 14-day free trial memberships with a free 60 minute personal training session.
Farmington Miniature Golf & Ice Cream Parlor
Gift certificate for three games of miniature golf and $7.00 in ice cream
Fashionista Vintage & Variety
$20.00 Gift Certificate
For Children with Love Publications
Two free books: “Sophie: Through Sophie’s Eyes” and “Coach Bob & Me,”
valued at $15.95 each
Fred Astaire Dance Studio
Gift certificate for two private lessons (new students only)
Gouveia Vineyards
Ten wine tasting tickets, valued at $75.00
Hartford Restaurant Group
$25 gift certificate that can be used at Agave Restaurant, Wood ‘n Tap, or Homer's
Hartford Stage
2 tickets for Hedda Gabler, showing between August 30 and September 5, 2012,
valued at between $60-$80.00, depending on the seat choices.
Hartford Whale
Four upper level tickets, $60.00 value
Hill-Stead Museum
4 Hill-Stead Guest Passes, valued at $48.00
Homewood Suites Hotel
Gift certificate for one overnight stay
Imagine Nation Children’s Museum
Four museum pass admissions, valued at $28.00
Infinity Music Hall & Bistro
2 orchestra level tickets to Changes in Latitudes- Jimmy Buffet Tribute on June 22nd,
Valued at $71.12
It’s Only Natural
$25 Gift Certificate
J. Gilbert's
$25.00 Gift Certificate
Jump!Zone
Six visit passes to Jump Zone, valued at $44.00
La Belle Chateau Salon & Spa
Gift basket that includes $50.00 gift certificate and products, valued at $100.00
La Vita Gustosa
Gift Certificate for 2 free entrees
Leif Nilsson Spring Street Studio & Gallery
50% off painting or print
Little Theater of Manchester at Cheney Hall
4 Tickets to see the Vagina Monologues on Friday, June 8, 2012, @ 8:00 p.m.
Long Wharf Theatre
Gift certificate for two tickets, good through May, 2013. Valued at $140.00
Lord & Taylor
A Bobbi Brown master make up session for six (valued at $100), a Clinique master make up session for six (valued at $100), and two $25 gift certificates
Lutz Children’s Museum
Five free admission tickets
Lyman Orchards
$30.00 gift certificate
Main Stream Canoes and Kayaks
Two rentals for the price of one, valued at $60.00
Majestic Theater
Two Gift Certificates for any performance.
Mattatuck Museum
Gift certificate for one-year family membership & two admissions
to a Jazz Series First Thursday event at the museum, valued at $90.00
Metro Bis Restaurant
Gift certificate for two & a book entitled, “Wife of the Chef”
Miranda Vineyard
Four wine tastings
Mohegan Sun
Two dinners to the buffet restaurant at Mohegan Sun
Mystic Seaport: The Museum of America and the Sea
Two guest passes for two adult admissions, valued at $48.00
Newbury Comics, Inc.
$25.00 Gift Certificate
Olivia Engel Jewelry Designs
Four strand statement necklace in sterling silver with semi precious stones and pearls including chalcedony, lapis, abalone, pyrite, lolite, and quartz. Sells for $165.00.
On the Border Mexican Grill & Cantina
$50 gift certificate
Ooh La La Boutique
Two $25.00 Gift Certificates
Outback Steakhouse
$45.00 Gift certificate
Palace Theater
Gift Certificate to see a performance of Weird Al Yankovic: the Alpocalypse Tour, on Sunday, May 13th, 2012, at 7:00 p.m.
Palace Resorts in Mexico or the Dominican Republic
Donated by the Fallahi Family
Two 1–week vacations at one of 11 luxurious resorts
Papyrus, West Farms Mall
Stationary in a decorated box, $30.00 value
Playhouse on Park
Two vouchers for any performance in their main stage or young audience series, which may be valued from $16.00 to $32.50, depending on the play.
Portrait Simple
Free photo session and package, $125.00 value
PriceRite of Wethersfield
$10.00 gift certificate
Puerto Vallarta
40.00 gift certificate
Quassy Amusement Park
Two $20 passes, valid for unlimited rides and water passes for two people.
Rapid Raceways
Half off birthday or race party
Red Sox
Darnell McDonald Autographed Baseball
Rock Cats Baseball
4 tickets to a Rock Cats home game during the 2012 season
Diana Rogers
Painting: Fall's Color Palette, Pastel on sanded paper 10" x 11", valued at $250.00
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Rumanoff Jewelry Store
$50.00 gift certificate & Alex & Ani Path of Life bracelet at a $24.00 value
Salon Odette
$50.00 gift certificate (for services only)
Lucille Scelfo
Beautifully beaded shawl, $119 value
Seven Angels Theatre
Gift certificate for two tickets to a Mainstage show
Siam Square Thai Restaurant
$50.00 gift certificate
Southwick’s Zoo
Two general admission tickets
SS&C SummerWind Performing Arts Center
Gift certificate for two tickets to all concerts during the 2012 “Sundays at SummerWind” Season, valued at approximately $200.00
Stanley Golf Course
Gift certificate for a foursome (18 holes of golf plus carts)
Stars
$100.00 gift certificate towards the purchase of
any in-stock dress valued at $200 or more.
Stone Age Rock Gym
Three gift certificates for an indoor rock climbing pass
& gear rentals, valued at $27.75 a piece.
Tea Roses Tea Room
$25.00 gift certificate towards menu items
The Connecticut Electric Railway
Family Admission Pass for 2 adults and 4 children, valued at $39.00 each
The Mark Twain House and Museum
Two gift certificates for tours at the Mark Twain House and Museum, valued at $30.00
TheaterWorks, City Arts on Pearl
Two free tickets for 2011-2012 season. No value provided
Tony’s Central Pizza
$20.00 gift certificate
The Cheesecake Factory Restaurants, Inc.
$50.00 gift certificate
The Valley Railroad Company
Two adult and two children tickets to the Essex Steam Train & Riverboat,
valued at $86.00
The Webb-Deane-Stevens Museum
One family membership to the Webb-Dean-Stevens Museum, valued at $30.00
Trader Joe’s
$40.00 gift basket of assorted items
UK Gourmet
Chocoholic Gift Basket, valued at $25.00
Valvoline Instant Oil Change
Gift certificate for full service oil change, valued at $35.00
Vera Bradley
1 Miller Bag, which is a zippered travel tote, and a large cosmetic bag, which is a lined zippered pouch for toiletries, etc. They will be in matching patterns, and would retail for $114.00.
Veterans Memorial Ice Skating Rink
4 admission and 4 skate rental passes
Vienna Restaurant and Historic Inn
Gift certificate for one overnight stay for two and $20.00 towards restaurant, valued at $220.00. Includes Enjoy a spacious 2-room guest suite, hors d'oeuvres and cocktails on arrival and full gourmet breakfast in morning.
Weiss Gallery
Framed, signed print, estimated value $400.00
West Hartford Yoga
Gift Certificate for $127.62 towards a 10-class card at West Hartford Yoga
Willimantic Brewing Co
$20.00 Gift certificate
Winding Trails LLC
Gift certificate for four trail passes and four rentals of skis, boots, and poles for a family of four, valued at $102.00
