Frosh Program Lunch Series

Women's Community Center KICS Programming

KICS-- "Knowledge, Identity, Community, Support"-- is a weekly workshop series for fall-quarter devoted to addressing the advising needs of freshman women on campus. Often times our workshops' pertinence span beyond the freshman experience and other members of the Stanford community are encouraged to attend.

Workshops are held every Thursday, from September 30th to November 18th, Noon to 1pm at the Women's Community Center. Lunch, refreshments and feel-good times are on us!

KICS Kickoff!

“Dating and Relationships at Stanford and Beyond...” with Donnovan Somera Yisrael

Thursday September 30, 2004.

Women's Community Center, Old Fire Truck House

Come hear all about the dating and relationship culture on campus. Is it true that the only choices for Stanford students are being single, getting "married" or hooking up? Bring your questions and be ready to be challenged and empowered to get what you want out of romantic relationships at Stanford.

“Balancing Life and Academics” with Julie Lythcott-Haims

Thursday October 7, 2004

Women's Community Center, Old Fire Truck House

Classes have picked up, social activity is in full swing and you are feverishly working to make your seamless transition into Cardinal life. Come join Julie Lythcott-Haims, the Dean of Freshman and Transfer Students, for an engaging discussion about what it takes to be successful on all levels-- from finding your classroom to making it to graduation.

“Self Defense” with the Rape Trauma Services of San Mateo

Thursday October 14, 2004

Women's Community Center, Old Fire Truck House

According to a study conducted at Purdue University, first-year undergraduates are most at risk for being targets of sexual assault. Come learn the preventative strategies to be an empowered woman at Stanford.

“College Nutrition 101” with Vivian Crisman

Thursday October 21, 2004

Women's Community Center, Old Fire Truck House

Are are all carbs bad? Am I destined to gain the Freshman Fifteen? Can I be fat and healthy? Come hear college health expert, Vivian Crisman, address these hot topics and more.

“Time Management” with Adina Glickman

Thursday October 28, 2004

Women's Community Center, Old Fire Truck House

Haven't slept in three days? Are problem sets cutting into your time on AIM? Does it look like everyone gets ahead without ever studying? Adina Glickman, education specialist from the undergraduate advising center, has the knowledge and tools you need to achieve balance in your schedule.

“Achieving Mind-Body Wholeness” with Carol Pertofsky

Thursday November 4, 2004

Women's Community Center, Old Fire Truck House

The fast paced, high-stress, minimal sleep lifestyles are adopted most undergraduates her at the University; but is that the most effective way to manage college life? Join Carol Pertofsky, director of Health Promotion Services at Vaden, and learn strategies to more effectively and healthily juggle campus life.

“Career Strategies for the Smart Freshman” with Espie Santiago

Thursday November 11, 2004

Women's Community Center, Old Fire Truck House

Congratulations, you made it in! However, your days of application-filling, and resume writing have only just begun. Learn what you should be doing now to make sure you gain the skills, experiences and references you need to help make the most of your time here at Stanford.

Hot Topic TBA

Thursday November 18, 2004

Women's Community Center, Old Fire Truck House

A workshop determined by the people, for the people, about the issues most relevant to their lives.