Shades of You Annual Prom Dress Bazaar - Donate Dresses through Mar 1st!

From Shades of You:

Shades of You Presents:
5th Annual Prom Dress Bazaar

Shine Bright Like a Diamond

Prom Dress Bazaar is a combination of a banquet, boutique, and a day of indulgence all wrapped into one.  On this day, every girl and her guest is treated like a queen!
It is a day for high school girls to reflect on inner beauty, become self empowered, and mingle with some respectable women of UC.

With the help of your donation, all girls will take home a prom dress FREE of charge.

When: NOW - March 1st, 2013
Where: University of Cincinnati
Dress Drop Off Locations:
      AACRC (60 W. Charlton)
      Ethnic Programs & Services (555 Steger)

**Sign in at the desk to be entered in a raffle for a prize**

For questions contact Tiffany Peterson at peterstf@mail.uc.edu

The One Hour Orgasm - TONIGHT!

From Shades of You:

Come out TONIGHT for Shades of You's annual program the One Hour Orgasm!!
This program will have fun ways to explore the body, sexual health and exciting, new products!

Part of our experience will be brought to you by the UC Wellness Center and the other half brought to you by Pure Romance! http://pureromance.com/

Where: 310 University Pavilion
When: February 14th, 5PM

This is sure to be a Great time. Don't forget your wallets!!

Shades of You Seeking Feedback!

From Shades of You:

On Behalf of Shadesof You I would like to officially welcome you all to a brand new year and thank you for your loyal support. We have a lot planned for you all this semester with new programs, community service opportunities, collaborations and social events!

One goal of Shades of You is to constantly improve as an organization so that we can better serve you all and the general public. With that being said we would love any feedback you all have for us regarding the year thus far. We have prepared a short survey monkey and the smallest of feedback whether you have been involved or not would be helpful!!

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/ZYT3PFL

Good luck this semester and thank you again for your support, we are excited to see you all at our first event of the year!
If you have any questions please feel free to email us at shadesofyouuc@gmail.com

Be Sure to follow us on Twitter @Shades_of_you ! And Tell a friend!

Happy New Year!
Shades Love,

Alexandria M. Johnson

Donate Your Dress - Shades of You Annual Prom Dress Bazaar

From Shades of You:

IT IS TIME! IT IS TIME! IT IS TIME!

Ladies,

It is time to dig up those old formal gowns and make a difference in another girl's life by giving her the opportunity to attend her prom! Shades of You Annual Prom Dress Bazaar is coming up and we are in need of dresses to donate to high school girls who are unable to afford the high costs of a new dress! So go ahead and dig through that closet of yours and start packing up your old gowns and bring them in! 

Our goal is to provide dresses to 30 girls and with your help we can make this happen. Any formal dress, any color and any size will be greatly appreciated!

Starting January 8th, you can drop off your dresses in the bins located outside of EPS, SALD and the Women Center!

If you have any questions feel free to contact me or Jacinta Figueroa

Shades love,
Tiffany Peterson 

Shades of You Seeking Committee Members for Annual Prom Dress Bazaar!

From Shades of You:

Every year during Spring Semester Shades of You host our annual Prom Dress Bazaar event where we collect gently used formal dresses from communities, schools, churches and local boutiques. We then seek the help of local businesses to help sponsor the event. Shades provide dresses and other services donated to us such as hair, nails & makeup to young ladies who don't have the financial means for these services. We are looking for people to help us in our endeavors to put together this memorable event.

If you are interested in being apart of the Prom Dress Bazaar Committee, send an email to peterstf@mail.uc.edu

You can contact Jacinta Figueroa who is also Shades of You Prom Dress Bazaar Co-Chair at Figuerjm@mail.uc.edu

To stay connected with the ladies of Shades like our page on
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ShadesOfYouUC
Twitter: Follow us at https://twitter.com/Shades_of_You

Shades of You Picture Contest - Deadline Nov 16th!

From Shades of You:
Is there something that’s inspirational and you would like to share it with everyone? If so, then join Shades of You Picture contest. The purpose of this contest is to showcase a picture of something that inspires you. Whether it’s about voting, success, love, academics, etc. it doesn't matter. Below are the easy instructions on how to join:

1.) Email Shades of You at ShadesofYouUc@gmail.com to confirm your spot.
2.) Submit a $2 entry fee into our cash box located in EPS.
3.) Send your inspirational picture to the email listed above. If you'd like, you can also send a brief caption/explanation about why it inspires you or just let the picture speak for itself. (We will then post your picture on our Facebook account: Shades of You)
4.) Promote yourself to all your friends and families to “like” your picture.

If you'd like, you can submit 3 pictures for only $5 to better your chances at winning. The top two contestants with the most "likes" will win a cash prize and goodies. The deadline to join and submit your photo is November 16th. The voting will close November 21st at 5pm and the two winners will be announced at 6pm. Also to stay updated with this contest, future programs and events follow us on twitter @Shades_Of_You.

Shades of You Invites You to Sign Halloween Pledge!

From Shades of You:

October is finally upon us, and you know what that means... cute boots, warm apple cider and HALLOWEEN!!!

Halloween is a time for us to be creative, think outside of the box and most importantly HAVE FUN. However, many women take this day as an opportunity to roam around scantily clad, revealing all of their goodies!!

This Halloween season, the ladies of Shades of You are sponsoring a "Halloween Pledge". We are asking that young women take a pledge against dressing promiscuously for Halloween and instead use their creativity to generate cute, classy and fun Halloween costumes! Remember ladies we are SO much more than our bodies!!!

If you would like to take our pledge, please send your name and year to ShadesofYou@gmail.com. This will serve as a "virtual signature". We will also be taking signatures at our next program! After Halloween, send us pictures of your costume and we'll make a display of the women choosing to stand out and make positive choices!

Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @Shades_Of_You , for information about upcoming programs, community service opportunities, etc. We follow back!! 

Shades of You Mentoring Program - Fill out the Survey Today!

From Shades of You:

Interested in getting more involved with Shades of You? Wish you could have one of our Executive Board members as a personal mentor? Let us know asap! 

We are implementing a new initiative where we pair general members with executive board members to allow more personal connections. During our times together we would like to expose you to more of what we do behind the scenes as well as help you to gain leadership experience, general advice, and help you to meet more people.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please fill out this Survey Monkey by Friday October 12th at 5pm. Remember to let all of your friends know as well!!

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/G9G5C2R

Shades of You Seeks Prom Dresses & Volunteers for Annual Prom Dress Bazaar

From Shades of You:


The women of Shadesof You welcome you to volunteer for our annual community service event of the year. 


Our Prom Dress Bazaar is an opportunity for young ladies to receive a prom dress that they otherwise may not have been able to afford. This event will take place during spring quarter 2012 with the theme of “The Bold & The Beautiful”. We need volunteers to help collect dresses, and set-up on the day of the event. Your help is not only greatly appreciated but also imperative to the success of this bizarre.

This winter quarter we ask that you dig out those old prom/homecoming dresses and ask friends and family to do the same. Then bring them back to campus for donation to our wonderful event. Dresses can be dropped off in the African AmericanCultural and Resource Center (AACRC) or at Ethnic Programs & Services (EPS) or with our Prom Dress Bizarre Co-Chairs Ajanti George and Dymonica Hurdle.

lease contact Dymonica Hurdle or Ajanti George if you have any questions. Thank you so much for all of your help! We are really excited about the Prom Dress Bizarre and hope to make a difference in the lives of young women in the Cincinnati Public School system. Make sure your apart of something this great!!

Shades of You "Get Me Bodied" Program - Jan 19th!

From Shades of You:


This Thursday, January 19th, the ladies of Shades Of You will be hosting a program entitled "Get Me Bodied".


 This Program is all about getting fit and staying healthy! 


The program will be in 310 University Pavilion at 5. We hope to see you all there!

Shades of You Seeking Toy Donations for Ronald McDonald House - through Dec 9th!

From Shades of You:

As the holiday season is approaching, it is time for us to think of those people other than ourselves and those less fortunate.

This year, we will be participating in the Ronald McDonald House Toy Drive in partner with fellow organizations here on campus.

We will be collecting the toys up until Friday, December 9th at 4pm. Shades will have a box placed in the Women's center for easier collecting. You can drop the toys off in the Women's center at your freedom.

Check HERE for more information on what donations are being sought.

Please keep in mind that this is for a greater cause and it is providing a Happy Holiday for those who otherwise may not.

Further questions, do not hesitate to reach out to your Shades of You eboard.

Reel Sex Film Festival: For Colored Girls - Apr 27th!

REEL Sex Film Festival: Dinner & A Movie: For Colored Girls

Wednesday, April 27 · 7:00pm - 10:00pm

CRC Room 3210

Join us for the end of the REEL SEX Film Festival with a movie hosted by Shades of You! 

Based off of a play by Ntozake Shange, this movie addresses the issues of body image and self-respect that affect women of color.

Come enjoy this great movie while eating some delicious FREE food!

Watch For Colored Girls and discuss!

Shades of You presents "Love is Blind: The Signs of Domestic Violence" - Feb 24th!

From Shades of You:

Love is Blind: The Signs Of Domestic Violence

Do you know anyone thats been apart of domestic violence? Do you suspect domestic violence with any friends or family? Or do you want to educate yourself on the signs of an abusive relationship? 

Come join Shades Of You at our Love Is Blind program Thursday February 24, 2011 at 4:30 pm in the AACRC. Our Guest speaker will be Etta Carver, a domestic violence survivor. This program will be very beneficial and informational. Hope to see you there!

"One Hour Orgasm" Program - Feb 10th!

*SHADES OF YOU* and PR1ZE presents: One Hour Orgasm!

Before the Valentine’s Day festivities begin, Ladies, join us while we clear up the myths about sex! That includes the good, bad and ugly! There will be free refreshments and free condoms available. Our Guest Speaker will be Ms. Tamika Odum.

It will be TOMORROW, Feb.10, 2011 in TUC 417 A,B,and C!

This program will be at 4pm, yes at 4pm! Bring your girls with you because this will be something you dont want to miss!

Shades of You Meeting: Healthy Hair!

From Shades of You:

This Thursday at 5pm in the AACRC, Shades Of You will be discussing and providing information for healthy hair! 

Do you want to go natural, grow dreads, or stick with a relaxed look? Regardless of the style, we'll have the information you need to maintain healthy hair. 

Our speaker Ms. Robin Ellington will be there to answer all questions that you may have.This a program you don`t want to miss!

First Shades of You Meeting for Winter Quarter - Jan 5th!

From Shades of You:

SHADES OF YOU GENERAL BODY MEETING WEDNESDAY JANUARY 5TH IN THE AACRC AT 5:30PM.

It will be directly after the BASE/Transitions program. At the General Body Meeting we will be announcing all of our programs for Winter Quarter so you can mark your calendars! 

We will also be officially starting Prom Dress Bizarre Volunteer Sign Ups as well as discuss the event in general so you all can inform your respective friends, family members, neighbors, churches, etc. We hope you all are just as excited as we are! If you have any questions or cannot make it please feel free to contact me (gebereys@mail.uc.edu ) and I can send you the info! 

Shades of You Annual Prom Dress Bazaar

The women of Shades of You welcome you to volunteer for our annual community service event of the year. Our Prom Dress Bazaar is an opportunity for young ladies to receive a prom dress that they otherwise may not have been able to afford. This event will take place during spring quarter 2011 with the theme of “Old Hollywood”. We need volunteers to help collect dresses, and set-up on the day of the event. Your help is not only greatly appreciated but also imperative to the success of this bizarre.

Over winter break we ask that you dig out those old prom/homecoming dresses and ask friends and family to do the same. Then bring them back to campus when classes resume for donation to our wonderful event. Dresses can be dropped off at the Women’s Center (5th floor of Steger Student Life Center) or in the African American Cultural and Resource Center (AACRC), or with Fevean Keflom (614.940.2046, keflomfn@mail.uc.edu) or Brittnay Cummins (513.254.6225, cumminby@mail.uc.edu).

For those of you interested in getting involved in one of the ways mentioned above, or in any other way please contact Brittnay Cummins or Fevean Kelfom. Thank you so much for all of your help, we are really excited about the Prom Dress Bazaar and hope to make a difference in the lives of young women in the Cincinnati Public School system. Make sure your apart of something this great!!