TUSCALOOSA, Ala. -- The University of Alabama Alliance for Women of Color will celebrate Women’s History Month by hosting an open house Monday, March 3 at 5:30 p.m. in 205 Gorgas Library.

Participants are invited to an evening of poetry, song and theater celebrating the unique experiences and perspectives of women of color.

The event is open to the public free of charge.

This event is made possible by the support of the UA Crossroads Community Center, Women’s Resource Center, women’s studies department, Coalition for Diversity and Inclusiveness, Black Faculty & Staff Association and Intercultural Student Council.

For more information, contact Crossroads at 205/348-6930.

The University of Alabama, a student-centered research university, is in the midst of a planned, steady enrollment growth with a goal of reaching 28,000 students by 2010. This growth, which is positively impacting the campus and the state's economy, is in keeping with UA's vision to be the university of choice for the best and brightest students. UA, the state's flagship university, is an academic community united in its commitment to enhancing the quality of life for all Alabamians.