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About Women's Resource Center
About the Women's Resource Center (WRC)
The WRC at Sacramento State is a safe and empowering space where women-identifying students and their allies access programs, services, and resources through a feminist lens that promotes self-advocacy, well-being, leadership, and academic success. The WRC fosters belonging, equity, and community while supporting students in achieving their personal, educational, and professional goals.
The Women's Resource Center (WRC) aspires to cultivate a campus where every woman-identifying student is empowered to thrive, lead with confidence, and realize their full potential. Through fostering belonging, equity, wellness, and leadership, the WRC envisions a university community where all students are valued, supported, and equipped to create meaningful change within their communities and beyond.
- Student Belonging & Connection
Create welcoming spaces and meaningful opportunities that help women-identifying
students build community, connect with campus, and thrive from their first day at
Sacramento State. - Holistic Wellness & Support
Promote the emotional, physical, and social well-being of women-identifying students
through wellness education, peer support, and collaborative programming. - Leadership & Professional Growth
Empower women-identifying students to develop leadership skills, explore career
opportunities, build professional networks, and celebrate their achievements
Support Services
The WRC is a place to belong. Our safe space is designed to build community, whether you bring a friend or make a new one here. Settle into cozy chairs, share conversation, and recharge with access to nutritional snacks, a microwave, and a fridge. It’s a welcoming space to study, relax, or simply connect with others who value care, respect, and community.
The WRC is dedicated to supporting students’ well-being. We provide free access to menstrual products, safer sex supplies, and pregnancy tests, because no student should have to choose between their health and their education. By ensuring these essentials are available and stigma-free, we empower students to care for their bodies, protect their health, and focus on what matters most, their success!
Through support groups like Empower Hour, students have the opportunity to connect directly with Peer Wellness Advocates (PWA) from The Well’s Student Health, Counseling, & Wellness team. This peer-led model embraces a holistic approach to care addressing the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of student well-being. By acknowledging the deep connection between mental health and overall wellness, these programs foster a supportive environment where students can build community, share experiences, and receive comprehensive support. Come chat with our PWA, during Empower Hour, every Monday through Thursday from 1 to 2 p.m. You can simply stop by!
At the WRC, we believe every student deserves the tools and support to thrive. That’s why we offer personalized one-on-one academic advising to help you map your academic path, set meaningful goals, and access the resources you need. Connect with our integrated WRC advisor Darcy Davis! Whether you’re navigating challenging coursework, seeking clarity in your academic journey, or striving for excellence in a specific class, the WRC is here to champion your success every step of the way.
Advising Hours:
- Virtual Tuesdays and Thursdays (1–5 p.m.)
Make an Appointment with Darci Davis
* When you make your appointment, scroll to the bottom of the services list and choose “Women’s Resource Advising.”
Workshops & Events
The WRC brings students together through powerful workshops and events that inspire, connection, celebration and leadership. From skill-building sessions and wellness workshops to cultural celebrations and advocacy initiatives, our programs are designed to educate, empower, and create community. Each event is an opportunity to learn something new, build meaningful relationships, and strengthen your voice as part of a more inclusive campus.
Be sure to follow our Instagram for upcoming events as we continue our program planning!
Upcoming Fall 2026 & Spring 2027 Events:
FALL 2026
Bagels & Belonging
Date: September 2nd
Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Location: Women’s Resource Center
Bagels & Belonging welcomes new and returning students to explore the Women’s Resource Center, meet WRC staff and peers, learn about campus resources and upcoming programs, and enjoy bagels in a welcoming environment centered on community and belonging. The WRC Open House welcomes new and returning students to explore the Women’s Resource Center, connect with staff and peers, learn about campus resources and upcoming programs, and enjoy bagels in a welcoming environment that fosters belonging and community during Welcome Week.
View the Bagels & Belonging Sep. 2 Event Flyer
SPRING 2027
Bagels & Belonging
Date: January 26
Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Location: Women’s Resource Center
The WRC Open House welcomes new and returning students to explore the Women’s Resource Center, connect with staff and peers, learn about campus resources and upcoming programs, and enjoy bagels in a welcoming environment that fosters belonging and community.
Flyer Coming Soon
FALL 2026
Beads of Belonging
Date: September 16
Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: Women’s Resource Center
In celebration of National Multicultural Heritage Month, students will create personalized keychains, bag charms, and keepsakes that celebrate cultural identity and heritage while fostering creativity, connection, and belonging in partnership with the Multicultural Center and Cultural Academic Resource Center.
View the Beads of Belonging Sep. 16 Event Flyer
Raíces & Resilience
Date: September 30
Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: El Centro Sern
In celebration of Latine Heritage Month, students will participate in pot painting and succulent planting while exploring resilience, cultural roots, well-being, and community in partnership with El Centro Serna.
View the Raíces & Resilience Event Flyer
Patch Your Pride
Date: October 7
Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: Women’s Resource Center & PRIDE Center
In celebration of Pride Week, students will customize tote bags with Pride, LGBTQ+, women’s empowerment, and identity-centered patches while celebrating identity, authenticity, self-expression, and belonging.
View the Patch Your Pride Event Flyer
Wings of Possibility
Date: October 21
Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: Women’s Resource Center
In celebration of Undocumented Student Success Week, students will create personalized butterfly resin keychains inspired by migration, transformation, resilience, and hope in partnership with the Undocumented Student Resource Center.
View the Wings of Possibility Event Flyer
Pieces of Us
Date: November 4
Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: Women’s Resource Center
Students will paint and personalize puzzle pieces that reflect their identities and experiences while exploring belonging, connection, and the unique role each person contributes to the campus community.
View the Pieces of Us Event Flyer
Reflecting HER
Date: November 18
Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: Women’s Resource Center
Students will decorate personalized mirrors with affirmations, positive messages, and creative designs that encourage confidence, self-compassion, and positive self-talk.
View the Reflecting HER Event Flyer
A Season to Reflect
Date: December 2
Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: Women’s Resource Center
Students will paint and personalize ornaments while reflecting on gratitude, celebrating their accomplishments, and looking ahead to their hopes and intentions for the upcoming year.
View the A Season to Reflect Event Flyer
SPRING 2027
Honoring HERitage
Date: February 3
Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: Women’s Resource Center
In celebration of Black History Month, students will learn about the cultural significance and history of waist beads across the African diaspora while creating personalized pieces in partnership with the MLK Center.
Flyer: Coming Soon
HER Own Spin
Date: February 17
Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: Women’s Resource Center
Students will transform vinyl records into personalized works of art while taking a creative break and celebrating individuality and self-expression.
View the HER Own Spin Event Flyer
Styled by HER
Date: March 3
Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: Women’s Resource Center
In celebration of Women’s History Month, students will personalize hairbrushes with charms, affirmations, and creative designs while exploring confidence, individuality, and self-care.
View the Styled by HER Event Flyer
Bee-lieve in HER
Date: March 17
Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: Women’s Resource Center
In celebration of Women’s History Month, students will create personalized affirmation bee hives filled with positive messages, encouragement, and self-care reminders that promote confidence and self-compassion.
View the Bee-lieve in HER Event Flyer
Henna & Heritage
Date: April 7
Time: 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Location: SWANA Center
In celebration of SWANA Heritage Month, students will learn about the cultural significance of henna while creating beginner-friendly designs and celebrating the diverse cultures and traditions of Southwest Asia and North Africa.
Flyer: Coming Soon
Becoming HER
Date: April 21
Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: Women’s Resource Center
Students will create personalized vision boards centered on personal, academic, professional, and wellness goals while reflecting on who they are becoming and the future they want to create.
View the Becoming HER Event Flyer
Leis & Legacy
Date: May 5
Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: APIDA Center
In celebration of APIDA Heritage Month, students will create lei and haku lei crowns while learning about their cultural significance and celebrating culture, legacy, community, and belonging in partnership with the APIDA Center.
Flyer: Coming Soon
Empower Hour is a confidential, peer-led drop-in space facilitated by a Peer Wellness Advocate where students can connect and engage in conversations surrounding self-worth, healthy relationships, identity, mental health, and overall well-being.
Schedule: Monday–Thursday
Time: 1 – 2 p.m.
Location: Women’s Resource Center
No appointment is required.
View the Empower Hour Flyer
FALL 2026
Your Pain is Real
Date: September 17
Time: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Location: Cottonwood Suite
A workshop focused on women’s wellness and health through a feminist lens.
Flyer Coming Soon
It’s Only Natural – Breastfeeding
Date: October 12
Time: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Location: Cottonwood Suite
A workshop focused on women’s wellness and health through a feminist lens.
Flyer Coming Soon
The Invisible Caregiver
Date: November 19
Time: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Location: Cottonwood Suite
A workshop focused on women’s wellness and health through a feminist lens.
Flyer Coming Soon
SPRING 2027
The Silent Killer – Protect Your Heart Health
Date: February 23
Time: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Location: Cottonwood Suite
A workshop focused on women’s wellness and health through a feminist lens.
Flyer Coming Soon
More Than an Afterthought – 5 Discoveries
Date: March 18
Time: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Location: Cottonwood Suite
A workshop focused on women’s wellness and health through a feminist lens.
Flyer Coming Soon
The Healing Power of Belonging
Date: April 19
Time: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Location: Cottonwood Suite
A workshop focused on women’s wellness and health through a feminist lens.
Flyer Coming Soon
In partnership with Girls With Impact, the Career Accelerator Series is a FREE virtual professional development opportunity for Sacramento State students to strengthen their career readiness and leadership skills. Through the series, students will build practical professional skills, expand their networks, prepare for future career opportunities, and have the opportunity to earn a micro-credential.
Classes begin October 12. Students interested in participating must register before the program begins.
Program Start Date: October 12
Location: Online
Cost: FREE
Registration is required.
FALL 2026
Welcome Women of Sac State: Sisterhood & Scoops
Date: September 10
Time: 3 – 6 p.m.
Location: Riverview Hall, Elderberry & Beetle Room, 1st Floor
Celebrate the start of the semester at Sisterhood & Scoops! This Welcome Women of Sac State event brings together women-identifying students with women leaders, faculty, and staff for an afternoon of ice cream, conversation, and connection. Whether students are looking to build their network, ask questions, or simply meet new people, there is a place for them here.
View the Sisterhood & Scoops Event Flyer
Welcome Women of Sac State: Sip & Paint
Date: September 24
Time: 3 – 6 p.m.
Location: Riverview Hall, Elderberry & Beetle Room, 1st Floor
Grab a drink, pick up a paintbrush, and make your mark! Sip & Paint is a fun Welcome Women of Sac State event where women-identifying students can unwind, get creative, and connect with new friends in a welcoming and inclusive space.
View the Sip & Paint Event Flyer
Finals Week Fuel: Project Rebound x WRC
Date: December 10
Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: Women’s Resource Center
A finals week drop-in hosted in partnership with Project Rebound where students can take a break, enjoy refreshments, and connect with community during the end-of-semester rush.
View the Finals Week Fuel Event Flyer
SPRING 2027
Women of Influence Award Ceremony
Date: TBD
Time: TBD
Location: TBD
An annual recognition ceremony hosted in partnership with Housing that honors the outstanding achievements and leadership of women-identifying students, faculty, staff, and administrators who have made meaningful contributions to the Sacramento State community.
Flyer Coming Soon
Resilience & Renewal Luncheon: Project Rebound x WRC
Date: April 6
Time: 12 – 1:30 p.m.
Location: Cottonwood Suite
In collaboration with Project Rebound, the Resilience & Renewal Luncheon provides formerly justice-impacted women with an opportunity to gather for lunch, community, connection, and campus resources.
Flyer Coming Soon
Finals Week Fuel: Project Rebound x WRC
Date: May 13
Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: Women’s Resource Center
A finals week drop-in hosted in partnership with Project Rebound where students can enjoy coffee and sweet treats, take a break from finals, and connect with community.
Sista Circle is a recurring program offered in partnership with the MLK Center that provides a supportive and welcoming space centered on the experiences, perspectives, and voices of Black women on campus. Through cultural programming, community-building activities, and meaningful conversations, Sista Circle fosters connection, belonging, personal growth, healthy relationships, and community.
FALL 2026
Sista Circle: Party Safety
Date: September 4
Time: 2 – 4 p.m.
Location: Women’s Resource Center
Learn practical tips for staying safe while still having fun at parties, tailgates, and other social events. We’ll talk about safe drinking, hydration, transportation, consent, and looking out for your friends.
View the Sista’s Circle: Party Safety Event Flyer
Sista Circle: Nailed It
Date: November 13
Time: 2 – 4 p.m.
Location: Women’s Resource Center
Take a break from the semester and enjoy an afternoon of nails, relaxation, and intentional self-care. We’ll reflect on ways to prioritize rest and wellness while creating space to connect with one another.
Flyer Coming Soon
Sista Circle: Lunch and Learn
Date: December 4
Time: 2 – 4 p.m.
Location: Women’s Resource Center
Join us for lunch and a conversation with a special guest in the community as she shares her professional journey and lessons she’s learned along the way. We’ll leave plenty of space for questions, advice, and real conversation about navigating your own career.
Flyer Coming Soon
SPRING 2027
Sista Circle: Healthy Relationships 101
Date: February 26
Time: 2 – 4 p.m.
Location: Women’s Resource Center
Let’s talk about what healthy relationships actually look like, from dating to friendships and everything in between. We’ll cover boundaries, communication, red flags, and building relationships rooted in care and respect.
Flyer Coming Soon
Sista Circle: Curl Academy
Date: March 19
Time: 2 – 4 p.m.
Location: Women’s Resource Center
Come learn more about caring for, styling, and loving your natural hair. We’ll share tips, talk healthy hair practices, and celebrate all the curls, coils, and textures in the room.
Flyer Coming Soon
Celebrate Women’s History Month 2027 with the Women’s Resource Center through a month of community, wellness, leadership, creativity, recognition, and connection.
Strike A Pose: Women’s History Month Kick-Off Group Photo
Date: March 1
Time: 12:30 – 1 p.m.
Location: Library Quad
Join the Sacramento State community for the second annual Women’s History Month group photo as we come together to kick off a month celebrating women, community, and belonging.
View the Strike A Pose Event Flyer
Wellness Wednesday: Styled by HER
Date: March 3
Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: Women’s Resource Center
In celebration of Women’s History Month, students will personalize hairbrushes with charms, affirmations, and creative designs while exploring confidence, individuality, self-expression, and self-care.
Flyer Coming Soon
Women Who Bloomed: WRC x CARC
Date: March 9
Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: Cottonwood Suite
In celebration of Women’s History Month, students are invited to create their own flower bouquets while connecting with community through a collaborative event hosted by the WRC and CARC.
View the Women Who Bloomed Event Flyer
Wellness Wednesday: Bee-lieve in HER
Date: March 17
Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: Women’s Resource Center
In celebration of Women’s History Month, students will create personalized affirmation bee hives filled with positive messages, encouragement, and self-care reminders that promote confidence, growth, and self-compassion.
Flyer Coming Soon
More Than an Afterthought – 5 Discoveries
Date: March 18
Time: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Location: Cottonwood Suite
A workshop focused on women’s wellness and health through a feminist lens.
Flyer Coming Soon
Sista Circle
Date: March 19
Time: 2 – 4 p.m.
Location: Women’s Resource Center
A supportive and welcoming community space centered on the experiences, perspectives, and voices of Black women on campus in partnership with the MLK Center.
Flyer Coming Soon
Her Table: A Leaders Brunch
Date: TBD
Time: TBD
Location: Ballroom
A premier Women’s History Month leadership event that brings together women leaders, alumni, faculty, staff, and students for brunch, networking, mentorship, and conversations that inspire leadership, career development, and personal growth.
Flyer Coming Soon
Women of Influence Award Ceremony
Date: TBD
Time: TBD
Location: TBD
An annual recognition ceremony hosted in partnership with Housing that honors the outstanding achievements and leadership of women-identifying students, faculty, staff, and administrators who have made meaningful contributions to the Sacramento State community.
Flyer Coming Soon
Campus Safety
The WRC recognizes that campus safety is essential to student well-being and success. We remain committed to listening to student concerns, sharing timely safety updates, and connecting our community to resources that promote awareness, prevention, and support. (By fostering dialogue and partnering with campus safety initiatives, we strive to ensure every student feels secure, informed, and empowered while on campus.)
Ever wondered what the Blue Light emergency phones do or how quickly help arrives? These stations are placed across campus to provide direct, immediate access to emergency assistance. With the push of a button, you’re connected to campus safety dispatch, and an officer is sent to your location right away.
Want to see how it works in action? Check out these videos to learn more about response times and the safety support available to you.
Community Standards
CARC (Cultural Academic Resource Centers)
The WRC is part of the Cultural Academic Resource Centers (CARC) serving under the unit of Student Success & Academic Excellence (SSAE) within the Division of Student Affairs at Sacramento State. CARC was created to bring together our campus’s cultural centers into a unified network that advances equity, student success, and community building. Through CARC, centers collaborate to provide academic support, cultural programming, leadership development, and spaces where students can feel a deep sense of belonging. This collective model strengthens advocacy, shares resources, and ensures that students see their identities reflected and celebrated across campus. As part of the CARC community, the WRC contributes to this mission by uplifting women’s voices and experiences while also working alongside partner centers to create inclusive, intersectional spaces that empower all students to thrive.
Women's Resource Center History
1978 – A Beginning Rooted in Women’s Studies
Sacramento State opens its first Women’s Resource Center, inspired and supported by the Women’s Studies Department. What began as a small, volunteer-led space with a feminist lending library quickly became a welcoming hub for conversation, connection, and advocacy.
1980s – Building Community and Voice
The WRC expands its programming with workshops, support groups, and campus-wide advocacy. In 1981, it launched its first independent newsletter, Women’s Focus, amplifying women’s voices and feminist perspectives across campus. Women’s History Week grows into a dynamic tradition of lectures, panels, and celebrations of women authors and leaders.
1990s – Visibility and Collaboration
Throughout the ’90s, the WRC strengthened its visibility on campus and in the community, collaborating with student groups and local organizations to address pressing issues facing women both on and off campus. The center becomes a recognized partner in advancing equity and inclusion.
2000s – Intersectionality and Inclusivity
As the WRC embraces digital outreach, launching new online platforms, it also deepens its intersectional lens. In 2007, the WRC joined with the Pride Center in the Multicultural Center, reflecting the evolving needs of students with diverse identities. By 2009, the centers moved into the University Union and launched the annual Women of Influence Awards, a tradition that continues today.
2010s – Growth, Coordination, and Student Power
Under the organization of Coordinator Aisha Engle (2014–2022), the WRC flourishes hosting Take Back the Night, Denim Day, the SPEAK program, and bringing national leaders like Tarana Burke, founder of the #MeToo movement, to campus.
2019 – A Home of Our Own
The University Union expands, and the WRC gains its own dedicated space on the second floor. The new home provides room for students to study, gather, and access essential resources from feminist literature to pregnancy tests and safer sex supplies making the WRC a trusted space for wellness and community.
2020s – Expanding Impact
In 2023, the WRC launched its first Women’s Leadership Summit, connecting and inspiring a new generation of student leaders.
2025 – A New Chapter
The WRC enters a new era of leadership and collaboration. With Cara Campbell (Director) and Nataly Andrade Domínguez (Assistant Program Coordinator) joining the team, the Center expands its vision and strengthens its student-centered mission. The WRC also becomes part of the Cultural Academic Resource Centers (CARC), uniting with partner centers to foster belonging, connection, and empowerment for Sacramento State’s diverse student body.
Give a Gift
When you give a gift to the Women’s Resource Center, you are investing directly in students’ success and well-being. Your support helps us provide academic advising, tutoring referrals, leadership development, emergency resources, and a safe space with food, community, and care. Every gift, big or small, creates opportunities for students to learn, lead, and thrive. Together, we can ensure that every student who walks through our doors feels supported, empowered, and inspired to reach their goals.