Events

Thursday Lunches

The Shaw Center host a lunch almost every Thursday from 12:30-1:20.  Various students, professors, alumni, and faculty take turns presenting on issues and topics pertaining to women today.  Lunch, of course, is provided and all are welcome.

Women in the World,
Formerly Women and the Word

Held each spring, this national preaching event offers women the opportunity to hear other women preach, as well as attend workshops on preaching and worship. Nationally recognized bishops, teachers, artists, and theologians serve as primary leadership. For more information on the Women in the World celebration, contact the Shaw Center.

Women’s Study Series

In the fall, faculty women lead a series of sessions for lay and clergywomen on topics ranging from “Women’s Sense of Self” to “Women and Power in the Early Church.”

Celebrating Anna

A yearly recognition of Anna Howard Shaw is held on or near her birthday (February 14) through the giving of Valentines in tribute to those who emulate Anna’s ministry, and a celebration or worship service at Boston University. In 1997, the 150th anniversary of Shaw’s birth was filled with a variety of events commemorating and celebrating women’s contributions to society. For a copy of the most recent worship service, please see A Service of Recognition and Remembrance for Anna Howard Shaw.

Student Activities

Under student leadership, the Shaw Center supports women’s discussion groups, fall and spring retreats, workshops, presentation/movie series, and worship services. The Center also provides a comfortable and practical gathering place for students with coffee, tea, a microwave oven, couches, and lively conversation.