Upcoming Events

WE Read with President Book

Wednesday, January 22 | 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. ET | Zoom

Join President Book and the Women of Elon for a discussion of “Real Self Care” by Pooja Lakshmin, MD. WE Read includes a chat with President Book plus breakout rooms for alums to connect with each other and discuss questions and strategies that President Book found the book addresses for all women. The first 25 alumni who register will be sent a free copy of the book! Register today at this link: https://connect.elon.edu/WE-Read

More about “Real Self Care”
National Bestseller and an NPR Best Book of 2023
You may have noticed that it’s nearly impossible to go even a couple days without coming across the term self-care. Women’s mental health specialist and New York Times contributor Pooja Lakshmin, MD finds this cultural embrace of self-care incomplete at best and manipulative at worst. Fixing your troubles isn’t as simple as buying a new day planner or signing up for a meditation class. Real self-care, in contrast, is an internal, self-reflective process that involves making difficult decisions in line with our values.

 

Past Events

Elon’s inaugural Women of Elon Weekend

This dynamic leadership and philanthropy summit brought together the greater Elon University community for two days of connection, inspiration and transformation. Highlighting the event was a fireside chat with President Connie Book and Jackie Joyner-Kersee, named the World’s Greatest Female Athlete of the 20th Century by Sports Illustrated magazine. Attendees also participated in breakout workshops and panel discussions led by Elon alumnae, faculty/staff, parents, and friends. Be on the lookout for more information about the next Women of Elon Weekend in 2026.

 

Philanthropy Redefined Webinar

Philanthropy Redefined

What does it mean to be a philanthropist? Who can claim this title? This webinar dove into traditional perceptions of philanthropy and explored expanded approaches to giving through time, talents, treasures, ties, and testimony. Click the image to the left to view the recording of this webinar and learn how Women of Elon Co-Chairs Priscilla Awkard ’95, Laurie Johnson P’17, and Michelle Wideman ’00 are redefining philanthropy to create a more inclusive and impactful future.

 

WE Talk: Disrupting Norms – Women’s Basketball Case Study

WE Talk: Disrupting Norms - Women's Basketball Case StudyWE (Women of Elon) Talk is a new virtual discussion series led by women for women. For our inaugural episode, Erica L. Ayala ’08 and Dr. Shelby McKay ’13 took a deep dive into ways women are disrupters in business, using women’s basketball as a case study. They discussed how mega deals like Ally are changing the landscape, the trajectory of former players becoming coaches and executives, the rise of self-advocacy (especially for Black women in the space), and what additional opportunities NIL provides. After an engaging conversation, attendees split up into breakout rooms to discuss how these trends relate to their own industries and how women are agents of change in all professions.

Click on the image to the left to review the recording of this webinar.

 

WE Talk: Unlock Your Career Potential

Women of Elon "WE Talk" promotional imageJoin the Women of Elon and Your Fairygodmentor® Joyel Crawford ’97 for an exclusive 1-hour conversation and take charge of your professional journey. Learn how to effectively communicate your value, develop negotiation strategies that work, and build confidence for your next interview or review. Strategies shared apply to all ages and stages, from current students looking for their first job out of college to mid-career professionals considering a career switch.

Click the image to the left to review the recording of this webinar.