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Cross-Promotional Events

Association of Marquette University Women: Fall Book Club
Mon., Oct. 27th, 2025 | 6:30-8:00 PM | Raynor Memorial Libraries

cover art for Margaret Atwood's "The Handmaid's Tale"The Association of Marquette University Women invites you to its Fall Book Club.  Join Marquette alumni and friends to discuss The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood.  The event will feature a short presentation on banned books by Dr. Heather Hathaway, Acting Dean of the Helen Way Klingler College of Arts and Sciences and the College of Education, followed by small-group discussions. This event is free and open to the public.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

IWL Research Social featuring Summer 2025 IWL Interdisciplinary Research Grant Projects 
Tues., Nov. 4th, 2025 | 12:30–2:00 PM | 707 Hub

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“Dear First-Year Me” First-Gen Story Circle
Wed., Nov. 5th, 2025 | 2:30–4:30 PM | AMU, 250

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IWL Research Social featuring Spring 2025 IWL Faculty Fellows 
Fri., Nov. 14th, 2025 | 12:30–1:45 PM | Rec Center, Swift room

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Cross-Promotional Events

AMUW Eleanor H. Boheim Distinguished Lecture

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“Picture Your Potential” Vision Board Night 
Sat., Jan. 24th, 2026

Stay tuned for more information on this First-Gen leadership workshop and return to register!

 

 

LinkedIn: From Meh to Magic w/ MisFitDigitalGirl
Wed., Feb. 4th, 2026

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WISDOM: “First but Not the Last: First-Gen Women Leaders” Panel & Mixer
TBD: March 2026

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SAVE THE DATE: 5th Annual IWL Gala | Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Visit the 2026 IWL Gala Info Hub for more details and exciting announcements for the next IWL Gala!

Save-the-date Announcement for IWL's 5th Annual Gala

 

 

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Networking for Introverts w/ Jazmynn Appleton
Wed., Sept. 24th, 2025 | 1:00–2:30 PM | Lemonis Center Multipurpose Room

Flyer for “Networking for Introverts in Action: Real Talk, Real Connections.” Event details: Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 1:00–2:30 PM at the Lemonis Center, Multipurpose Room, Marquette University. Workshop led by Jazmynn Appleton, featuring personalized strategies for making connections that feel natural, tools to navigate group settings without burning out, opportunities to make new contacts, and a deeper understanding of personal communication styles. Free light lunch provided. The event is free and designed for introverted and first-gen women and non-binary students and alumnae of Marquette. Flyer includes a photo of Jazmynn Appleton smiling, wearing glasses and a patterned blouse. Hosted by the Institute for Women’s Leadership, Lemonis Center for Student Success, and Office of Engagement and Inclusion. QR code included for registration.
 
 
 

Fall Welcome Back Keynote & Reception featuring Kristine Cherek (MU '94) 
Thurs., Sept. 11th, 2025 | 3:00 PM | O'Brien Hall

Flyer promoting an author talk with Kristine Cherek, titled Tread Loudly. Event details: Thursday, September 11, 2025, at 3:00 PM in O’Brien Hall RM 150A/B, Marquette University. The talk offers honest insights on navigating male-dominated workspaces, personal stories and advice from Tread Loudly, tools to challenge bias and lead with authenticity, and a Q&A with students, staff, and faculty. Reception to follow with free light refreshments. Registration is required. Special guest Kristine Cherek is pictured smiling, with her book cover Tread Loudly shown alongside. Event is hosted by Marquette’s Institute for Women’s Leadership with support from the College of Business Administration, Opus College of Engineering, AMUW, and Diederich College of Communication. QR code included for registration
 
 
 

Research Social featuring Fall '24 Faculty Fellows
Wednesday, May 7th, 2025 | 9:00–10:00 AM | 707 Hub

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Join IWL for a research social that features our Fall '24 Faculty Fellows, who have used feminist frameworks to examine structural injustices across three distinct contexts. Enjoy some networking and light refreshments as you learn how feminist inquiry offers a vital lens for understanding complex historical and contemporary issues!
 

 


Association of Marquette University Women and Institute for Women's Leadership Alumnae Awards Conferral
Wednesday, April 23, 2025 | 5:00–6:00 PM | Alumni Memorial Union

 

IWL partnered with AMUW for the 3rd year to kick off Marquette University's 2025 Alumni National Awards EventsDr. Jessica A. Sheetz-Nguyen (MU Grad ’99) was honored as the 3rd IWL Excellence Award recipient during the reception and conferral along side the 2025 AMUW Mary Neville Bielefeld Awardee Jessica A. Koth (Comm ’99)

 

 


4th Annual IWL Gala - Boldly Leading the Way
Thursday, April 10th, 2025 | 5:00 PM | AMU Monaghan Ballrooms

 

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Women in Leadership with IWL and Enterprise Mobility
Monday, March 24th, 2025 | 12:00–2:00 PM | Lemonis Center for Student Success

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The Career Center celebrated Women's History Month with the Women in Leadership Event with Marquette's Institute for Women's Leadership and Enterprise Mobility in the Lemonis Center for Student Success. Students enjoyed some food and decompressed by coloring and learning about famous women leaders who paved the way in their fields! 
 
 

Marquette University Black Women Rock Brunch sponsored by IWL
Saturday, March 22nd, 2025 | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM | AMU Ballrooms

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The Office of Inclusion and Belonging (OIB) hosted the annual Black Women Rock Brunch in the AMU Ballrooms.  This year's theme was, "Brunch Blooms: Rooted in Joy,".  This year's brunch centered around Black women's joy, often overlooked in narratives focused on struggle.
 
 
 

IWL & MU Women ERG presents "Direct Positive" TEMPO Short Film Screening with Kate Braasch
Thursday, March 6, 2025  |  8:30–10:00 AM  |  AMU 163

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WISDOM: Women in Finance and Business
Monday, February 24th, 2025  |  3:00–4:30 PM  |  MU 707 Hub

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IWL hosted WISDOM: Women Leading in Finance and Business in collaboration with Northwestern Mutual's Wulff District Office.  This interactive brunch and panel discussion invited women and non-binary students to explore diverse career paths in finance and business management.  Attendees connected with peers and professionals, expand their network, and enjoyed a complimentary meal in an empowering and supportive environment.

 


Networking Made Easy for Introverts (Without the Overwhelm)
Thursday, February 6, 2025 | 3:00–4:30 PM

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Networking Made Easy for Introverts (Without the Overwhelm)
, was an engaging in-person workshop designed to help introverts connect meaningfully without the stress. Led by expert speaker Jazmynn Appleton, this session empowered attendees with practical, introvert-friendly strategies that actually work.

 


IWL Conflict Resolution Workshop presented by Dr. Alexandra Crampton
Thursday, January 16, 2025 | 11:45 AM–1:15 PM

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IWL Research Social featuring Spring 2024 IWL Faculty Fellows
Wednesday, December 4th, 2024  |  9:00–10:15 AM  |  Sensenbrenner Hall, Room 304

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IWL welcomed members of the Marquette community to attend its second research social of the Fall 2024 semester. This gathering provided opportunities for researchers to mingle,share ideas, and hear from the Spring 2024 IWL Faculty Fellows while being among the first to receive their IWL white paper.
 

 


IWL Research Social featuring Summer 2024 IWL Interdisciplinary Research Grant Projects
Monday, November 18th, 2024 | 11:00 AM–12:00 PM

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IWL welcomed members of the Marquette community to attend its first research social of the Fall 2024 semester. The gathering provided opportunities for researchers to share their ideas and hear from the Summer 2024 IWL Interdisciplinary Research Grantees on their projects.
 
 

 


IWL Student Advisory Board presents "Working with Justice-Impacted Women and Re-entry into Society"
Monday, November 11th, 2024  |  12:00–1:00 PM  |  AMU, 157

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IWL hosted a panel discussion featuring Julia May, Angie Sandoval and Lynette Zarcone.  The panelists talked about how to support reentry of justice-involved women and being a stronger advocate in our community and career.
 
 
 
          

What if "Intellectual Joy" is the key to your career growth?
Monday, October 21, 2024  |  12:00–2:00 PM  |  Sensenbrenner Hall, Room 304

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IWL invited Dr. Melissa Shew to present her "Intellectual Joy: The Key to Your Career Growth" workshop. The attendees got an opportunity to network with peers while picking up strategies to elevate their career through activating intellectual joy.

 

 


Short Film Screening of "Most Dangerous Women" with Guest Speaker Merry Wiesner-Hanks, PhD
Thursday, October 3rd, 2024  |  1:30–2:45 PM  |  MU, 707 Hub

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IWL invited the Marquette community to the screening of the short film "Most Dangerous Women" and provided the opportunity to learn to make one's own voting plan post-screening. 

 

 

 

Past Cross-Promotional Events

Simone Weil: Philosopher, Activist, and Mystic Colloquy
April 24th-26th, 2025 | Beaumier Suites in Raynor Library

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June and Herman Loebl Women Business Leaders Speaker Series featuring Aparna Bawa (MU Bus Ad ’99) | Chief Operating Officer, Zoom
Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025 | 5:00 PM | O’Brien Hall, Michels Family Forum

 

12th Annual Paint the City Teal Day & SAAM Community Events
Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025 

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Marquette DREAMers' 10th Annual Dreamers Gala
Thursday, March 20, 2025 | 4:30–8:30 PM | AMU Monaghan Ballrooms

 

WiSH Seminar Series: Lin Bian, PhD
Tuesday, February 25th, 2025 | 12:00–1:00 PM

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Careers for the Common Good
Thursday, February 20th, 2025 | 3:00–6:00 PM

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Mission Week Keynote Address 2025- Storytelling, Hope, and Healing for a Broken World
Thursday, February 6th, 2025 | 4:00 PM

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Daniels Family Forum for Ethical Leadership in Business featuring Margaret Loebl
Friday, January 31, 2025 | 3:00–4:00 PM

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MU Cultural and Social Impact Org Fair
Wednesday, January 22, 2025 | 11:00 AM–2:00 PM


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An Afternoon with UWM Distinguised Professor Emrita Merry Wiesner-Hanks, Author of Women and Reformations: A Global History
Friday, January 17th, 2025 | 2:00–3:00 PM

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2024 AMUW Boheim Distinguished Lecture | "Fatphobia: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to Fight It"
Tuesday, October 29th, 2024 | 6:30 PM | Raynor Memorial Libraries

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Siderits Lecture in Gender and Sexuality with Dr. Leoandra Rogers
Thursday, October 24, 2024  |  2:00–3:00 PM  |  AMU

Dr. Leoandra Rogers, associate professor in comparative human development at the University of Chicago, will be the guest speaker for the annual Dr. Anne Siderits Lecture. Rogers’ lecture is titled, “‘I’m Just a Girl: Not a White Girl’: Early Adolescents Making Sense of Race and Gender Intersectionality and Identity.”
This free event is open to the entire Marquette Community, no RSVP is required.