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Shirley Lefever
Save the Date

Fireside Chat with Dr. Shirley Lefever

Nov. 6th 4 PM, Beggs Ballroom RSC 3rd Floor
presentation will start at 4:30

Join the Women's Leadership Initiative for a Fireside Chat with Provost Shirley Lefever.  Enjoy refreshments and socializing before we gather to listen to Provost Lefever’s inspiring journey from teaching 5th grade to becoming the Provost at WSU. She will share valuable lessons learned, insights on her mentors and role models, tips for balancing professional and personal life, and much more.

We look forward to seeing you there!  Please register below to help us get an accurate head count.

 
Mayor Wu
New Date and Time

Inspiring Leadership: A Conversation with Mayor Lily Wu

March 10, 12-1:30 pm
RSC Ballroom

Join the Women’s Leadership Initiative on March 10th, from 12-1:30pm at the RSC  Beggs Ballroom for an inspiring presentation by Wichita Mayor Lily Wu the 3rd Annual Women’s Leadership Luncheon. Mayor Wu will share her journey of leadership and career development, discussing how she found the courage to lead authentically, navigated challenges, and transformed obstacles into milestones for success. She will also talk about the impact of women mentors and role models on her journey, offer recommendations for cultivating empowerment and personal growth in the workplace, and share her strategies for balancing professional responsibilities with personal life.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be inspired by Mayor Wu’s story and insights!

 

 

 

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WLI Book Club

Women's Leadership Initiative Book Club

Join us for a Women’s Leadership Initiative Book Club! Stay tuned for our next Book!