Bennett Chose Me Week
February 16–22, 2026
Bennett Chose Me Week is a Centennial digital experience commemorating February 1926, when Bennett boldly chose women. Throughout the week, the Bennett community is invited to reflect, celebrate, and uplift the legacy of women’s education through daily themes, digital engagement, and events.
Open to all who believe in women’s education.
Bennett Chose Me. Bennett Chose Us.
A century ago, Bennett College made a bold decision to educate women. That choice has shaped lives, strengthened communities, and created generations of leaders.
“Bennett Chose Me” and “Bennett Chose Us” Day is an opportunity to give back in gratitude and invest in the future of women’s education. If you believe in this mission, we invite you to make a gift—at any level—to help ensure Bennett can continue choosing women for generations to come.
Choose Bennett today—because Bennett chose us.
Sunday, February 22
“Bennett Chose Me” Day
Theme: Reverence for Bennett’s Choice
February 22 celebrates our Centennial with three ACTS, culminating in a visit to our home church honoring Bennett’s commitment to developing women leaders.
St. Matthew United Methodist Church Visit
Location: St. Matthew United Methodist
Date: Sunday, February 22, 2026
Time: 11 am Service
Format: In-person
The Acts of February 22
Act I
“Bennett Chose Women”
Visit this page at 8:00 am on Sunday, February 22, 2026 to kick off this day of commemoration! Produced and developed by our Journalism & Media Studies Department, we will release a video that reflects on Bennett’s historic decision to choose women and women's education.
Act II
“Because Bennett is a Women’s College, I…”
On February 22, 2026 at 12:00 pm, we will unveil videos of students, alumnae, faculty, staff, and others whose life has been impacted by Bennett's choice to commit to women. From testimonials and powerful journeys, each story is a facet of our Centennial Celebration and reaffirms Bennett College's choice.
Want to share your own story?
Act III
St. Matthew United Methodist Church Visit
Location:St. Matthew United Methodist Church
Date: Sunday, February 22, 2026
Time: 11:00 am Service
Format: In-person gathering
Share a Tribute on the Bennett College Tribute Wall
Share a tribute honoring someone at Bennett, past or present, who made a difference in your life.
Submit Your “Because Bennett is a Women’s College, I…” Video
Students, alumnae, faculty, staff, and friends of Bennett College are invited to record or upload a 60-second video responding to the prompt:
“Because Bennett is a Women’s College, I…”
Record and upload your video here.
Select videos will be featured in rolling releases on February 22 and may be used during Centennial celebrations.
Bennett College 2126 Digital Time Capsule
Leave a message for students who will matriculate at Bennett College in 2126.
Share your hopes for the future and what you believe Bennett College should never forget.
This activation invites reflection across generations and honors Bennett’s enduring mission.
Bennett Chose Me.
Bennett Chose Us.
A century ago, Bennett College made a bold decision to educate women. That choice has shaped lives, strengthened communities, and created generations of leaders.
“Bennett Chose Me” and “Bennett Chose Us” Day is an opportunity to give back in gratitude and invest in the future of women’s education. If you believe in this mission, we invite you to make a gift—at any level—to help ensure Bennett can continue choosing women for generations to come.
Choose Bennett today—
because Bennett chose us.