{"id":48,"date":"2017-05-04T17:19:44","date_gmt":"2017-05-04T17:19:44","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wpdev.acsu.buffalo.edu\/ubwomensclub\/?page_id=48"},"modified":"2025-08-18T13:19:57","modified_gmt":"2025-08-18T13:19:57","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ubwp.buffalo.edu\/ubwomensclub\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_1056\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1056\" style=\"width: 164px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1056\" src=\"https:\/\/ubwp.buffalo.edu\/ubwomensclub\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/71\/2023\/10\/IMG_1358-e1721329001465-281x300.jpg\" alt=\"President Eras Bechakas\" width=\"164\" height=\"175\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ubwp.buffalo.edu\/ubwomensclub\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/71\/2023\/10\/IMG_1358-e1721329001465-281x300.jpg 281w, https:\/\/ubwp.buffalo.edu\/ubwomensclub\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/71\/2023\/10\/IMG_1358-e1721329001465.jpg 317w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 164px) 100vw, 164px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1056\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Eras Bechakas<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: left\">University at Buffalo Women&#8217;s Club<\/h1>\n<p>STATEMENT OF PURPOSE &#8211; The Women\u2019s Club is a non-profit service organization to the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.buffalo.edu\">University at Buffalo<\/a> and its community.\u00a0 Its members participate in educational and charitable activities which directly sponsor the Grace Capen Academic Awards in the Spring.\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/ubwp.buffalo.edu\/ubwomensclub\/membership\/\">Membership<\/a> in Women\u2019s Club is open to women who have a commitment to the University and the purposes of the Women\u2019s Club.<\/p>\n<p>We welcome new members throughout the year. Click on Membership in the menu for instructions to join us.<\/p>\n<h2>Message From the President<\/h2>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">We\u2019re turning 80-and you\u2019re invited to celebrate with us! The University at Buffalo Women\u2019s Club (UBWC) Steering Committee has planned a year of events highlighting our rich history and lasting impact on the University community.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">With over 325 members, UBWC offers diverse activities to match every interest.\u00a0 Learn more at the September luncheon \u2013 details and contacts are in the brochure.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">Please glance at the <a href=\"https:\/\/ubwp.buffalo.edu\/ubwomensclub\/program_calendar-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Program Calendar.<\/a>\u00a0 These special events, many reflecting our Club\u2019s legacy, are for UBWC members and their guests.\u00a0 Your participation also supports the Grace W. Capen scholastic awards.\u00a0 A small portion of the cost of each event helps finance this endeavor &#8211; over $250,000 has been awarded in the last 13 years.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">In March, there will be an exceptional tribute honoring UBWC\u2019s achievements.\u00a0 On March 1st, the prestigious Zodiaque Dance Company will dedicate its performance to the Club on its 80<sup>th<\/sup> celebration.\u00a0 We are very honored by this.\u00a0 Mark your calendars &#8211; you won\u2019t want to miss it!<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">In January, the Nominating Committee will begin filling approximately 40 Executive Board roles.\u00a0 Please consider serving \u2013 or leading an activity group.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ubwp.buffalo.edu\/ubwomensclub\/upcoming_events\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Reservations for the 80<sup>th<\/sup> Celebration Kickoff luncheon<\/a> is included in this Trifold.\u00a0 Don\u2019t forget to send yours in ASAP!<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">Here\u2019s to 80 years of service, cherished memories, friendships and a bright future.\u00a0 I look forward to celebrating with you as you experience UBWC\u2019s unique opportunities!<\/p>\n<p>Eras Bechakas 716-810-9694<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:Erasbechakas@gmail.com\">Erasbechakas@gmail.com<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>View our <a href=\"https:\/\/ubwp.buffalo.edu\/ubwomensclub\/home\/\">Photo Gallery<\/a>!<\/h2>\n<p>UB Women&#8217;s Club<br \/>\n\u00a92021 University at Buffalo. 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