5th Annual
Women's Leadership Institute

Members of the USC community and the greater Columbia community will share insights and applications on topics that are important to all women. Join us for breakout sessions and a networking luncheon as we promote greater education and awareness of the many challenges that women face in their careers.

May 1, 2008 8am-1pm, Russell House Please join us for the fifth annual Women's Leadership Institute (WLI) sponsored by the Provost's Advisory Committee on Women's Issues (PACWI) on May 1, 2008 at 8 a.m. at the Russell House.

WLI is designed for faculty, support staff, administrative staff interested in the advancement and success of women in leadership roles. Panel discussions, presentations, and a networking luncheon will promote greater awareness of the challenges and opportunities women face in their careers.

Registration is free and a light breakfast and lunch are provided.

USC women faculty and staff in leadership roles will present on topics related to the title of this year's WLI: "Claiming Our Voice: Building a Foundation for Leadership."

2008 WLI speakers include:

Keynote Speaker, Dr. Doris Helms, Provost, Clemson University

Panelists

Ms. Michelle Dodenhoff, Associate Vice President for Development Dr. Judy Rink, Professor of Physical Education
Dr. Shirley Staples Carter, Professor & Director School of Journalism and Mass Communications

Presenter Susanne Swan, Assistant Professor of Psychology & Women's Studies

For more information please contact

Susan Schramm-Pate, PACWI Faculty Co-Chair
sschramm@gwm.sc.edu