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Red Cross to Host Four-Day Blood Drive at West Point Military Academy February 5th – 8th

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West Point, NY – Once again, the U.S. Military Academy at West Point is opening its doors to the public to host a blood drive with the American Red Cross. The blood drive will operate daily from 11:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. between Monday, February 5th and Thursday, February 8th at Eisenhower Hall – Riverside Café, 2nd floor, 655 Pitcher Road, West Point, NY 10996. 

Attendees should enter through Thayer or Stony Lonesome gates. Proper identification is required upon entering the academy grounds and all vehicles are subject to search. Please go to the Visitor Control Center to obtain a Local Access Card before arrival. 

 All presenting donors will receive a Red Cross sweatshirt, while supplies last. Additionally, as a thank you, all those who come to give Feb. 1-29, 2024, will receive a $20 Amazon.com Gift Card by email. Visit RedCrossBlood.org/Heart for details. 

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Abraham Lincoln’s 216th Birthday One Of America’s Greatest Presidents

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                                President Abraham Lincoln Feb. 12, 1809 – April 15, 1865

Abraham Lincoln was the 16th president of the United States, serving from 1861 until his assassination in 1865. He led the country through the American Civil War and the emancipation of enslaved people. 

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International Day Of Women And Girls In Science February 11th

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2025 marks the 10th anniversary of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. The IDWG in Science is an annual observance adopted by the United Nations General Assembly to promote full and equal access and participation for women in Science.

IDWG in Science is a global effort to promote gender equality and women’s empowerment. Gender equality in science is crucial for building a better future for all, yet women and girls continue to face systemic barriers and biases in pursuing scientific careers.

Closing the gender gap in science requires breaking stereotypes, promoting role models to inspire girls, supporting women’s advancement through targeted programs, and aiding in inclusive environments through policies and actions that promote inclusion, diversity and equity.

Despite statistics that show close performance of girls and boys in science and mathematics, strong gendered stereotypes exist and many girls are still less encouraged in STEM fields and have limited choices for their education and career development.

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