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.

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 offered Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Florida Community College at Jacksonville, South Campus. For further information, e-mail Tina Cross 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. E-mail Tina Cross or call 904.256.6983 to register for a workshop near you.

Women's Information Exchange Luncheon

Don't miss the fourth Thursday of each month from noon until 1 p.m. at the Florida Community College at Jacksonville, Donald T. Martin Center for College Services, when we feature speakers covering topics of interest to women. (Enjoy an optional catered lunch for $10.00.) To learn about upcoming topics, e-mail Joanna Thompson or call 904.256.6987.

Job Club

Sharpen your job hunting skills by joining our Job Club, held Wednesdays from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the South Campus. Learn More.

Career Fairs

Dress for an interview, bring a resume and meet area employers! Career Fairs are offered each fall and spring. E-mail Melinda Sullivan or call 904.256.6986.

Women's Personal Growth Groups

For women only, this five-week group is offered in the evening, once per semester and features topics that include assertiveness, self-esteem, healthy relationships, stress management and managing life’s transitions. Participants may attend any or all sessions, but preregistration is required. Summer 2009 Schedule

The Wise Woman Series

The Wise Woman Series was established to help build scholarship resources for the women served by the Rosanne R. Hartwell Women’s Center. These scholarships remove the major financial barrier to higher education, enabling deserving women to become more independent, productive and economically secure.

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.

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, e-mail Joanna Thompson or call 904.256.6987.

Rosanne R. Hartwell Women's Center Calendar

Our 2009 calendar, “Mother Nature,” features the work of Joyce Phillips Young. If you'd like a free copy, stop by the Women's Center or e-mail Joanna Thompson or call 904.256.6987. You may also view the 2008 calendar, “You Can Take the Woman Out of the Garden, but You Can't Take the Garden Out of the Woman” here.

Information and Referral Services

To find out general information on Women's Center programs or get referrals to other programs at Florida Community College at Jacksonville and in the community, e-mail Joanna Thompson or call 904.256.6987.