Women of Â鶹ÊÓƵ Events
Upcoming Events
WE Gather: HalloWEen Coffee in Wilmington
Sunday, October 25, 2026 from 10:00-12:00 p.m. | Bitty & Beau’s Coffee, Wilmington, NC
Women of Â鶹ÊÓƵ invites you to a morning of connections, conversation and coffee. Meet fellow alumnae from the area and enjoy a café treat together before Halloween!
WE Open Doors to Engagement Day
Tuesday, October 27 from 12:00 a.m. – 11:59 p.m. | Worldwide
Join Women of Â鶹ÊÓƵ for a day dedicated to connection, generosity and leadership. WE Open Doors brings together Â鶹ÊÓƵ alumnae, parents and friends to invest in opportunities for all Â鶹ÊÓƵ students. Gifts made during this 24-hour campaign help fund the five Â鶹ÊÓƵ Experiences: global engagement, internships, leadership, service and undergraduate research. Every gift counts, and donors who give $35 or more receive a commemorative WE item.
Giving is just one way to take part. Attend a WE event in person or online, from Table for Ten dinners and regional gatherings to our virtual WE Talk series. You can also step into a leadership role with WE Roundtable or the Women of Â鶹ÊÓƵ Advisory Council.
WE Talk: Exploring Entrepreneurship and Side Hustles
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 from 7:00-8:00 p.m. | Virtual
Curious about entrepreneurship or thinking about turning a passion or skill into a side hustle? Join fellow Â鶹ÊÓƵ alumnae for an engaging conversation with women entrepreneurs who will share their experiences, practical advice and lessons learned. You’ll learn how to evaluate an opportunity, get started, and balance a side venture with your career and life.
Table for Ten: A Women of Â鶹ÊÓƵ Dinner Series – Los Angeles
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 from 6:30-9:00 p.m. | Margot, Culver City, CA
Table for Ten is a curated dinner series presented by Women of Â鶹ÊÓƵ, bringing together ten women for an evening of honest conversation and intentional mentorship. Each dinner connects Â鶹ÊÓƵ women who have reached the top of their fields with those on the verge of doing the same — creating a space where hard-won wisdom meets bold ambition.
Registration closed.
WE Sip: Washington, DC
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Lulu’s Wine Garden, DC
Join the women of Â鶹ÊÓƵ in DC on Wednesday, November 11 at 6:30 p.m. at Lulu’s Wine Garden for the third round of WE Sip – an evening of connection and conversation. Whether you’re looking to expand your circle, advance in your career, explore a new industry, or gain fresh insights, this gathering is a great chance to connect with fellow DC-based Â鶹ÊÓƵ grads. Drinks and light snacks will be provided.
Â鶹ÊÓƵ Travel: WEekend in NYC Travel Interest Meeting
Wednesday, December 9, 2026 from 7:00-8:00 p.m. | Virtual
Enjoy the perfect fall escape with fellow Women of Â鶹ÊÓƵ (WE)—join us for a WEekend in NYC that is distinctly Â鶹ÊÓƵ. From iconic sightseeing and two Broadway shows to an exclusive Â鶹ÊÓƵ dining experience by Oyster Bay—it’s the perfect blend of connection, culture, and fun. NYC is calling—come experience it like never before! Join a representative from our travel partner, Collette, for a Zoom Interest Meeting to learn more.
Table for Ten: A Women of Â鶹ÊÓƵ Dinner Series – Charlotte
Thursday, January 21, 2027 from 6:30-9:00 p.m. | Rooster’s SouthPark, Charlotte, NC
Table for Ten is a curated dinner series presented by Women of Â鶹ÊÓƵ, bringing together ten women for an evening of honest conversation and intentional mentorship. Each dinner connects Â鶹ÊÓƵ women who have reached the top of their fields with those on the verge of doing the same — creating a space where hard-won wisdom meets bold ambition.
Registration coming soon.
National Girls & Women in Sports Day
Sunday, January 31, 2027 from 11:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Schar Center, Â鶹ÊÓƵ, NC
Â鶹ÊÓƵ Athletics and the Women of Â鶹ÊÓƵ present our 3rd annual National Girls & Women in Sports Day! Girls ages 12 and under are invited to participate in a sports clinic to learn skills in different sports – all taught by Â鶹ÊÓƵ Women’s teams. After the clinic, all guests are invited to cheer on the Phoenix as Â鶹ÊÓƵ Women’s Basketball takes on College of Charleston.
Tickets: $15 each and includes the clinic, concession voucher and basketball game entry
Table for Ten: A Women of Â鶹ÊÓƵ Dinner Series – NoVA
Thursday, February 4, 2027 from 6:30-9:00 p.m. | TBD
Table for Ten is a curated dinner series presented by Women of Â鶹ÊÓƵ, bringing together ten women for an evening of honest conversation and intentional mentorship. Each dinner connects Â鶹ÊÓƵ women who have reached the top of their fields with those on the verge of doing the same — creating a space where hard-won wisdom meets bold ambition.
Registration coming soon.
Table for Ten: A Women of Â鶹ÊÓƵ Dinner Series – Boston
Thursday, March 11, 2027 from 6:30-9:00 p.m. | Coquette, Seaport, MA
Table for Ten is a curated dinner series presented by Women of Â鶹ÊÓƵ, bringing together ten women for an evening of honest conversation and intentional mentorship. Each dinner connects Â鶹ÊÓƵ women who have reached the top of their fields with those on the verge of doing the same — creating a space where hard-won wisdom meets bold ambition.
Registration coming soon.
Â鶹ÊÓƵ Travel: WEekend in NYC
Thursday, September 16, through Monday, September 20, 2027 | New York, NY
Enjoy the perfect fall escape with fellow Women of Â鶹ÊÓƵ (WE)—join us for a WEekend in NYC that is distinctly Â鶹ÊÓƵ. From iconic sightseeing and two Broadway shows to an exclusive Â鶹ÊÓƵ dining experience by Oyster Bay—it’s the perfect blend of connection, culture, and fun. We’ll kick things off with a stylish reception, designed for mingling with fellow travelers and local Â鶹ÊÓƵ women. Whether you’re bringing your best friend, mom, daughter, college roommate, or coming to make new friends, this is your excuse for the ultimate getaway. NYC is calling—come experience it like never before!
Past Events
WE Talk: Guiding Your Student Through the College Journey
Join us for a candid conversation with two Â鶹ÊÓƵ parents as they share their experiences, lessons learned and practical advice for navigating the college years. From move-in to graduation, this panel offers encouragement and the opportunity to hear firsthand what’s helping their students thrive.
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WE Talk: Inside Careers in Communications & Entertainment
Moderated by Nneka Enurah ’11, an experienced creative and partnerships executive, this virtual panel brings together accomplished Women of Â鶹ÊÓƵ alumnae working across communications, media, and the entertainment industry. Panelists will share their career journeys, lessons learned while navigating rapidly evolving industries, and how they’ve built influence through storytelling, strategy, and leadership. Designed for students, alumni, and prospective families, the conversation will offer practical insight into diverse career paths, emerging opportunities, and the skills needed to succeed in today’s media landscape. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of how an Â鶹ÊÓƵ education can translate into meaningful, dynamic careers.
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WE Read with President Book
Dr. Connie Book and alumnae held a discussion about perfectionism and the fear of failure from selected article readings. WE Read includes a chat with President Book plus breakout rooms for alumnae to connect with each other and discuss questions and strategies the President found the articles address for all women.
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WE Talk: Powering Up Women in Tech
Join us for an inspiring panel discussion spotlighting women transforming the tech industry. From marketing, sales, customer success and engineering, this conversation will feature diverse voices from across the tech landscape. Our panelists will share their unique career journeys, challenges they’ve faced and what it means to thrive as a woman in tech today.
Whether you’re exploring a career in tech or simply curious about the paths less talked about, this session will offer real insights, honest reflections and empowering takeaways.
WE Talk: Guiding Your Student Through the College Journey
Join us for a moderated conversation with two seasoned members of our University’s Parents Council as they share insights, experiences and practical advice on supporting your student throughout their college years. From move-in day to graduation, our panelists will offer personal stories and strategies to help families stay engaged, informed and encouraging—while allowing students to grow independently.
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WE Talk: Building Resilience in Your Career
Join the Women of Â鶹ÊÓƵ and author Cate LeSourd ’15 for a discussion about resilience in the workplace. Whether it’s unexpected layoffs, a lack of opportunities, uncertainty of plans after graduation, or issues finding a job, the real world has no shortage of difficulties. How do you navigate these challenges in your career? How do you keep going when times are hard? Learn how Cate experienced multiple job losses before she turned 30 and how resilience helped her step into a more fulfilling path – even if it meant more change.
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WE Talk: Unlock Your Career Potential
Join the Women of Â鶹ÊÓƵ 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.
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WE Talk: Disrupting Norms – Women’s Basketball Case Study
WE (Women of Â鶹ÊÓƵ) 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.
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Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s inaugural Women of Â鶹ÊÓƵ WEekend 2024
This dynamic leadership and philanthropy summit brought together the greater Â鶹ÊÓƵ 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 Â鶹ÊÓƵ alumnae, faculty/staff, parents, and friends. This impactful conference will be hosted on campus every two years.
Philanthropy Redefined Webinar
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 Â鶹ÊÓƵ Co-Chairs Priscilla Awkard ’95, Laurie Johnson P’17, and Michelle Wideman ’00 are redefining philanthropy to create a more inclusive and impactful future.