Women of Distinction

The purpose of the Women of Distinction event is to provide a venue for the celebration of Women’s History Month, observed in March, and to recognize women who have made a difference in the lives of others. The event is open to students, staff and faculty, and local community members. Women of Distinction began in 2009 with much success, and it is the goal of the Office of Student Involvement to offer the memorable event annually.

The Distinguished Woman of the Year award is intended to honor women who have inspired, mentored and empowered others. Nominees are eligible for one of two awards- the WSU Vancouver student category or the non-student category. The Distinguished Woman of the Year recipients are chosen by a committee of WSU Vancouver and community representatives.

Women of Distinction 2012

EVENT PASSED

Distinguished Women of the Year

To be announced.

Honorable Mentions

To be announced.

Beneficiary

Each year the Women of Distinction program includes a drive to support a non-profit organization in the community.  This year, with the theme of Women in Technology in mind, Free Geek was chosen as the beneficiary for the Women of Distinction program.

Free Geek is a Portland-based, non-profit organization that recycles technology and provides access to computers to those in need.  Free Geek has more than 600 volunteers and distributes more than 1,300 computers to upwards of 350 non-profit organizations each year. 

Attendees are encouraged to bring items to be donated to Free Geek this year.  Please see their wish list for a complete list of items that will be accepted at this event.  If you would like to donate an item that is not on this list, please contact Casey Payseno to make arrangements in advance.

View Free Geek donation wish list

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