Rosanne R. Hartwell Women's CenterRosanne R. Hartwell Women's Center

11901 Beach Blvd., Suite E-100, Jacksonville, FL 32246

If you’re a woman who wants to go back to college, launch an effective job search, learn how to invest your money, grow as a person, or just have some fun, you’ve come to the right place. The Rosanne R. Hartwell Women’s Center has been helping women succeed personally and professionally since 1974 — and most of our programs are free! Visit our office at South Campus. We’re in Building E, Room 100.

Challenge Program for Displaced Homemakers

If you are 35 years of age or older and have been dependent on the income of another family member, but must now secure employment, the Challenge Program is for you! Take our free three-week class, and learn how to launch a successful job search, write an effective resume, improve your self-esteem, and become more assertive. Discover more about yourself through various assessment tools. Classes are held Monday through Friday, 8:45 a.m.–11:45 a.m., at the Deerwood Center. For more information, email Harriet Courtney or call (904) 256-6983.

Challenge Workshops

One-day Challenge workshops for displaced homemakers are now offered in Duval, Clay, Baker, St. Johns and Nassau counties. Email Harriet Courtney or call (904) 256-6983 to register for a workshop near you.

Athena Café Luncheon (formerly Women’s Information Exchange luncheon)

Don’t miss the fourth Thursday of each month, from noon–1 p.m., at the College’s Administrative Offices (unless another location is indicated) when we feature speakers covering topics of interest to women. (Enjoy an optional catered lunch for $10.) To learn about upcoming topics, email Tina Cross or call (904) 256-6987.

When: Thurs, May 24, noon-1 p.m.
Where: Florida State College at Jacksonville
Administrative Offices
4th Floor Board Room
He's Not Coming: A Financial Reality Check for Women! with Brooke Stephens
Catering is being provided by Tidbits. Lunch is $10. Brownbaggers are welcome. Lunch reservations must be pre-paid with a check by Tuesday, May 22. (Make checks payable to Florida State College at Jacksonville and mail to the Rosanne R. Hartwell Women's Center, South Campus, 11901 Beach Blvd., Room E-100, Jacksonville, FL 32246 in time to arrive by Tuesday.) RSVP: (904) 256-6987. Read our Portfolio newsletter for more information.

Personal Growth Workshops for Women

For women only, these four sessions are designed for women who are working on themselves, growing and becoming who THEY want to be! Join us as we discuss the following topics: The Assertive Woman, A Mini Self-Esteem Workout, Creating Healthy Relationships and Stress Busters. Participants may attend any or all sessions, but pre-registration is required. Email Dr. LaDonna Morris or call (904) 256-6985.

The Wise Woman Series

Each event features a special guest who shares her wisdom on various important issues affecting women. Past speakers have included such renowned women as Nancy Giles, Sedena Campanelli and Nancy Hogshead-Makar. Email Dr. LaDonna Morris or call (904) 256-6985.

Portfolio

Receive our free monthly newsletter about Women’s Center activities and topics of interest. Download Adobe’s Acrobat Reader and read Portfolio online! To subscribe, email Tina Cross or call (904) 256-6987.

Rosanne R. Hartwell Women’s Center Calendar

Our 2012 calendar, "Familia de Tres" features the work of Dimelza Broche. If you'd like a free copy, stop by the Women’s Center or email Tina Cross or call (904) 256-6987. To download a copy of this year’s and/or previous year calendars:

Information and Referral Services

To find out general information on Women’s Center programs or get referrals to other programs at Florida State College at Jacksonville and in the community, email Tina Cross or call (904) 256-6987.

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