Mindfulness in the Workplace: Fostering Calm and Clarity at Work (And in Life)

Jessica Williamson 

Educational Program Assistant 2, Institute for Systems Genomics
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety while fostering a more positive and productive work environment for both you and your colleagues. In this session, you'll discover techniques to mindfully "reset" when life feels overwhelming. These tools will help you stay focused, work more efficiently, and remain calm under pressure.

Mastering Your Personal Narrative: Communicating Your Value with Confidence

Valerie Gordon 

Adjunct Faculty / Communications Coordinator. School of Business / School of Public Policy

Stories shape how others perceive us, while our inner narrative influences actions. Yet, many high-achieving women struggle to tell their own stories.
This session explores:

• Why stories "stick" and the #1 mistake storytellers make

• Words to choose and those to lose

• Amplifying achievements without feeling "braggy"

• Silencing a critical or doubting inner voice

Building Boundaries for Success: Empowering Women to Overcome Obstacles and Create a Personalized Action Plan

Kay Camerato 

Assistant Director, Office of Student Care and Concern

This workshop is more than learning about boundaries – it’s about equipping yourself with the confidence and tools to protect your time, energy and success (personally and professionally)! Learn to identify your needs, create an action plan to incorporate boundaries and strengthen your ability to maintain balance without guilt or shame.

I'm New Here: Fighting for Ourselves and Each Other

Shaela Ryng

Human Resources Consultant, UCHC

This roundtable is for those committed to and overwhelmed by engaging in community. It’s for those new to advocacy, struggling to find common ground with others on moral issues, or doubting they can make a difference. We’ll explore balancing self-preservation with the desire to create a better future for all.