Empowering Women in Technology: Building a Thriving Affinity Group

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 | 1:30PM–1:50PM ET
Session Type: Breakout Session
Delivery Format: Facilitated Playback/Simulive Session
The Women in Technology (WIT) group at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign invites you to join our dynamic session on establishing and nurturing a successful affinity group. Our mission is to create a supportive community that champions women in technology, fosters career growth, and provides a safe space for respectful dialogue. In this session, we’ll share insights, strategies, and best practices that have propelled our group to prominence within the Big Ten universities.

Presenters

  • Jen Anderson

    Assistant Director of IT, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

  • Cordelia Geiken

    Program Director, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

  • Leslie Sherman

    Assistant Director for Application Development, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

  • Candice Solomon-Strutz

    Senior Director of IT Services, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign