September Luncheon

Thursday, September 24, 2026 | 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Peoria Women's Club Clubhouse

Join the Peoria Women's Club for our September Luncheon, held in honor of the GFWC Day of Service, as we welcome Dean Meenakshy Aiyer of the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP) for a special presentation on the future of healthcare in Central Illinois.

This presentation will highlight UICOMP's role in education, research, and clinical care, with a current focus on campus growth and workforce development to address regional health needs. Learn more about the development of a Comprehensive Women's Health program, anchored by the Midlife and Menopause Clinic and a three-generation, lifespan model of care. Together, these initiatives underscore UICOMP's essential role in strengthening the regional healthcare ecosystem while training future physicians.

This program reflects GFWC's Health and Wellness legislative priorities, which champion women's health and preventive care — including expanded access to breast cancer screenings, support for Alzheimer's and dementia research and caregivers, and stronger public health programs. Dean Aiyer's presentation brings these national priorities home, showing how they take shape right here in Central Illinois.

About Our Speaker:
Meenakshy Aiyer, MD, MACP, MHPE
Regional Dean
Professor, Health Science Education and Pathology
Clinical Professor, Department of Medicine
University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria

Caterer:  One World Café

 Luncheon Menu:

                   Meat Option:

                                 Herb Roasted Chicken Sandwich – Make your own.  Warm chicken breast with leaf lettuce, tomato, Ranch Dressing, BBQ sauce, or Honey Mustard and an Italian Roll.

                                (You can make it how you want it, even without the roll for gluten-free.)  

                   Vegetarian Option:

                                 Pesto Tomato Melt w Hummus - Italian bread baked with pesto, tomatoes & cheese.  Served with hummus on the side.   

                   Veggie & Dip Tray 

                                    Broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, and cucumbers served w/ hummus and ranch dip.

                    Kettle-Style Potato Chips 

                    Desserts:

                                   Assortment of brownies and cookies  

Registration opens soon!

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