Events
Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) is observed each October to raise awareness about dating and domestic violence, support survivors, and recognize the impact relationship abuse can have on individuals and communities. This month is an opportunity to learn about patterns of abuse, challenge misconceptions, center survivor experiences, and honor the complexity of healing. We reaffirm that everyone deserves relationships grounded in safety, respect, autonomy, and choice.
On Wednesdays, We Wear Purple
Throughout October, we invite our campus community to participate in “On Wednesdays, We Wear Purple.” Purple is the recognized color of Domestic Violence Awareness Month and is used to represent support, remembrance, hope, and solidarity with individuals impacted by domestic violence. Wearing purple is one small way to visibly acknowledge the experiences of those impacted by dating and domestic violence, and to communicate that survivors are not alone.
Join us outside the Learning Commons October 7, 14, and 21 from 12:00–2:00 PM to learn about dating violence, explore resources, and connect with our campus community. Stop by to pick up a creative prompt and add your voice to a collective reflection on healing, strength, identity, and solidarity. All pieces offered by October 21st, will be displayed during Honoring All Voices and Experiences of Domestic Violence, October 22–23.
Healing Community Nights | October 9 | 6:30–8:00 PM | Wellness Center
Join us for an evening of creativity, reflection, and connection as we explore what healing can look and feel like. Through canvas and mirror art, use colors, words, and images to honor your experiences, reflect on your strength, and create a reminder of the ways you are growing, healing, and reconnecting with yourself and your community. No art experience is needed.Come as you are, create at your own pace, and share as much or as little as you’d like.
Engaging Healthy Masculinity | October 15th | 5:30-7:30 p.m | Nobili Dining
Join students, staff, and faculty for a panel discussion on the ways we can engage the men in our lives and on our campus in positive culture change and action. Together we will affirm the values we share as a community, and discuss how we will embody those values in our day-to-day behavior, our relationships, and the moments they inspire us to take action.
Honoring All Voices & Experiences of Domestic Violence
October 22–23 | 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. | Benson Parlors B & C
The exhibit creates space to recognize and honor the experiences of individuals impacted by domestic violence and interpersonal harm through artistic storytelling, and reflection.
The exhibit will also feature the Silent Witness Exhibit, a memorial display honoring individuals whose lives have been lost to domestic violence. The exhibit invites our community to remember those impacted by violence and reflect on the importance of prevention, support, and collective care.
Healing Chalk Art
October 23 | 11:45 a.m.–2:30 p.m. | Wellness Center
Healing Chalk Art: In collaboration with the Honoring Voices and Domestic Violence Experiences Exhibit, visit the Wellness Center to take some time to reconnect and decompress while creating chalk art centered on healing, hope, and words of solidarity.
Dating Violence 101 Workshop & Self-Defense Demo
Thursday, October 29 | 5:30–7:15 p.m. | Finn Commons
Join Confidential Survivor Advocate, Ashleigh Pezzoni and Kassandra Alberico, Director of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Coordinator, for an interactive workshop exploring dating and relationship violence, patterns of abuse, recognizing red flags, and ways to offer support. The evening will also include a self-defense demonstration and food.
Healing Community Nights
Thursdays | 6:30–8:00 p.m. | Wellness Center
A drop-in, peer-supported space for student survivors and allies to connect, engage in therapeutic art, study, share a meal, and build community. Students can participate as much or as little as they feel comfortable.
Begins October 1st and continues through Week 10.