Vol. 25 No. 28
The commission's program, which is for employees at the University Park Campus, is open to girls in grades six through 10. Participants can attend a presentation about choosing to further their education, visit their choice of three tour sites on campus and will complete these activities with a box lunch while viewing a film on contributions of women over the years. The registration deadline to participate in this program is April 8. Since the commission's program is planned for only the morning, participants have the opportunity to spend the afternoon at the discretion of their parents/sponsors. Similar events are being planned at several CES locations.
The goal of the commission's program is to expose girls to the career paths available to them, including those in nontraditional work settings.
"Take Our Daughters to Work Day is wonderful exposure for the next generation to the world of work," President Graham B. Spanier said.
"The wide variety of jobs and career paths in our University setting offers an excellent opportunity for learning, not only about employment options but also about what parents do all day long. We can build both a stronger future and stronger families through this special event. I plan to take my daughter to work on April 25 and encourage others at Penn State to do the same. I hope everyone on campus will welcome our young women visitors warmly."
Billie S. Willits, assistant vice president for Human Resources, is encouraging Penn State employees to participate in the program. She suggests that units handle time away from the office for this event in a manner similar to attendance at professional development seminars or workshops.
For more information on Take Our Daughters to Work Day, contact the Commission for Women office at (814) 865-1683.
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