Lesley Robinson, PhD

The University of Texas at Austin’s Global Innovation Lab (GIL) is pleased to present the Saudi Women Entrepreneurs Networking and Membership Initiative in collaboration with the United States Consulate General Jeddah and Blossom Accelerator.

The program builds upon the successful implementation of GIL’s previous project funded by the U.S. Department of State, Empowering Saudi Women through Entrepreneurship. In doing so, the program creates a networking initiative throughout Saudi Arabia… Show more

The University of Texas at Austin’s Global Innovation Lab (GIL) is pleased to present the Saudi Women Entrepreneurs Networking and Membership Initiative in collaboration with the United States Consulate General Jeddah and Blossom Accelerator.

The program builds upon the successful implementation of GIL’s previous project funded by the U.S. Department of State, Empowering Saudi Women through Entrepreneurship. In doing so, the program creates a networking initiative throughout Saudi Arabia designed to provide access to best practices and immersive learning opportunities while connecting Saudi women entrepreneurs.The University of Texas at Austin’s Global Innovation Lab (GIL) is pleased to present the Saudi Women Entrepreneurs Networking and Membership Initiative in collaboration with the United States Consulate General Jeddah and Blossom Accelerator. The program builds upon the successful implementation of GIL’s previous project funded by the U.S. Department of State, Empowering Saudi Women through Entrepreneurship. In doing so, the program creates a networking initiative throughout Saudi Arabia designed to provide access to best practices and immersive learning opportunities while connecting Saudi women entrepreneurs. Show less

Twenty Things I Think You Need to Know ... that I learned in my twenties ... twenty years ago.

In a world often defined by competition, we're coming together, as Austin often does, to celebrate the beauty of collaboration and support. Whether it's supporting fellow entrepreneurs, cheering on colleagues, or networking with shared values, our communities play a vital role in our growth and success. Together, we'll explore how nurturing our networks can lead to greater fulfillment, success, and impact.

The EntreLeadership workshop equips founders with the skills they need to thrive — and flourish — as leaders who can confront challenges with determination, navigate through uncertainties with assurance, manage ambiguity with grace, and strategically approach risks. Invest in your growth as an entrepreneurial leader and redefine your path to success.

The EntreLeadHERship workshop - a unique opportunity to cultivate an authentic leadership style all through a gender-informed perspective.

The experience equips founders with the skills they need to thrive — and flourish — as leaders who can confront challenges with determination, navigate through uncertainties with assurance, manage ambiguity with grace, and strategically approach risks.

​Invest in your growth as an entrepreneurial leader and redefine your path to success. Join… Show more

The EntreLeadHERship workshop - a unique opportunity to cultivate an authentic leadership style all through a gender-informed perspective.

The experience equips founders with the skills they need to thrive — and flourish — as leaders who can confront challenges with determination, navigate through uncertainties with assurance, manage ambiguity with grace, and strategically approach risks.

​Invest in your growth as an entrepreneurial leader and redefine your path to success. Join us as we embark on this empowering journey together. Secure your spot now, and elevate your leadership skills to new heights! Show less

Celebrate Women's History Month and discover the challenges and strengths women bring to business. Gain insights into the significant contributions of women in entrepreneurship and how we can collectively break barriers to support and grow more women-owned and women-led ventures. This program is more than just a gathering; it's a platform to amplify women's voices, build valuable connections, share inspiring stories, and navigate through discussions that highlight the resilience and impact of… Show more

Celebrate Women's History Month and discover the challenges and strengths women bring to business. Gain insights into the significant contributions of women in entrepreneurship and how we can collectively break barriers to support and grow more women-owned and women-led ventures. This program is more than just a gathering; it's a platform to amplify women's voices, build valuable connections, share inspiring stories, and navigate through discussions that highlight the resilience and impact of women. Ignite your passion among women pioneering their paths in the business world. Show less

We couldn't let Women's History Month pass by without a Tulsa Women's Business Breakfast! Join us for a special session and let's talk about the challenges for women in business and the strengths women bring to the table. Gain insights into the significant contributions of women in entrepreneurship and how we can collectively break barriers to support and grow more women-owned and women-led ventures.

​This is more than just a gathering; it's a platform to amplify women's voices, build… Show more

We couldn't let Women's History Month pass by without a Tulsa Women's Business Breakfast! Join us for a special session and let's talk about the challenges for women in business and the strengths women bring to the table. Gain insights into the significant contributions of women in entrepreneurship and how we can collectively break barriers to support and grow more women-owned and women-led ventures.

​This is more than just a gathering; it's a platform to amplify women's voices, build valuable connections, share inspiring stories, and navigate through discussions that highlight the resilience and impact of women. Ignite your passion among women pioneering their paths in the business world. Show less

Cultivating a growth mindset has become a vital strategic imperative for success in life and career especially for women. As successful women, they often face the challenges of juggling multiple roles and responsibilities in both our professional and personal lives. Unfortunately, some of them tend to fall into trap of a fixed mindset where convinces them that their abilities and talents are fixed, unchangeable, and limited. As a result, when they faced challenges instead of seeing them as… Show more

Cultivating a growth mindset has become a vital strategic imperative for success in life and career especially for women. As successful women, they often face the challenges of juggling multiple roles and responsibilities in both our professional and personal lives. Unfortunately, some of them tend to fall into trap of a fixed mindset where convinces them that their abilities and talents are fixed, unchangeable, and limited. As a result, when they faced challenges instead of seeing them as opportunities to grow, they perceive these challenges as reflections of their limitations and holds them back from reaching their full potentials. Show less

​The panel will include the following speakers:
​Blair Dodson (citizenM hotels, moderator)
​Jillian Friot (Solidworks for Startups)
​Emily Gupton (Austin Women in Technology)
​Lesley Robinson (ayana)
​Grace Lanni (Div Inc)
​Wendy Howell (Executive Council Network)
​YJ Lin (Dell for Startups)

The University of Texas at Austin’s Global Innovation Lab (GIL) is pleased to present the Saudi Women Entrepreneurs Networking and Membership Initiative in collaboration with the United States Consulate General Jeddah and Blossom Accelerator.

The program builds upon the successful implementation of GIL’s previous project funded by the U.S. Department of State, Empowering Saudi Women through Entrepreneurship. In doing so, the program creates a networking initiative throughout Saudi Arabia… Show more

The University of Texas at Austin’s Global Innovation Lab (GIL) is pleased to present the Saudi Women Entrepreneurs Networking and Membership Initiative in collaboration with the United States Consulate General Jeddah and Blossom Accelerator.

The program builds upon the successful implementation of GIL’s previous project funded by the U.S. Department of State, Empowering Saudi Women through Entrepreneurship. In doing so, the program creates a networking initiative throughout Saudi Arabia designed to provide access to best practices and immersive learning opportunities while connecting Saudi women entrepreneurs. Show less

Established in 2010, GPT East and Southeast Asia includes an in-person symposium and student-led intercultural programming throughout the year with the goal of developing students' cross-cultural professional skills, building a globally minded student network and celebrating cultures across the region. This internationally-focused experience is designed for students interested in pursuing international careers, especially in East and Southeast Asia. Students participate in specialized dialogues… Show more

Established in 2010, GPT East and Southeast Asia includes an in-person symposium and student-led intercultural programming throughout the year with the goal of developing students' cross-cultural professional skills, building a globally minded student network and celebrating cultures across the region. This internationally-focused experience is designed for students interested in pursuing international careers, especially in East and Southeast Asia. Students participate in specialized dialogues about the region and develop marketable professional skills while exploring careers and relevant UT courses and programs related to the region. Show less

When women unite with a shared mission and common passions in their commitment to community and service, their collective strength becomes unstoppable. Join our discussion as we dive into the profound impact of collaboration, strategic partnerships, and the cultivation of meaningful connections where everyone wins. Our conversation will encompass themes such as merging communities, crafting strategic plans, and navigating the establishment of a founding team.

Join us for an inspiring panel featuring the remarkable students of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute (KS WELI). These visionaries are already driving impactful change in their communities, forging new paths to redefining entrepreneurship. Discover how their diverse talents and unyielding determination are creating a more inclusive world. This panel celebrates the potential within us all to uplift the next generation of women leaders, leaving you motivated and moved… Show more

Join us for an inspiring panel featuring the remarkable students of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute (KS WELI). These visionaries are already driving impactful change in their communities, forging new paths to redefining entrepreneurship. Discover how their diverse talents and unyielding determination are creating a more inclusive world. This panel celebrates the potential within us all to uplift the next generation of women leaders, leaving you motivated and moved by their profound journeys. Show less

Witness women-led startups in action as they pitch their groundbreaking companies to a panel of seasoned mentors, highlighting cutting-edge ideas, game-changing technologies, and the incredible stories behind their entrepreneurial journeys.

Be part of the conversation and support the women who are redefining the tech industry. Connect, learn, and be inspired as we shape the future of tech together!

Featuring prominent female entrepreneurs and industry leaders, this panel aims to inspire, educate, and foster connections within the entrepreneurial community. Learn from their experiences, gain valuable insights, and discover strategies for success.

Whether you're a budding entrepreneur, a seasoned business owner, or simply interested in supporting women in business, this event offers a unique opportunity to network and engage with like-minded… Show more

Featuring prominent female entrepreneurs and industry leaders, this panel aims to inspire, educate, and foster connections within the entrepreneurial community. Learn from their experiences, gain valuable insights, and discover strategies for success.

Whether you're a budding entrepreneur, a seasoned business owner, or simply interested in supporting women in business, this event offers a unique opportunity to network and engage with like-minded individuals.

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During this interactive panel, we will discuss programming to engage students who might not otherwise be attending events or participating in venture creation. Each presenter will spotlight unexpected ways entrepreneurship can break through the noise of campus activities and reach a broader audience.

This talk will highlight how the Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute (KS WELI) at The University of Texas at Austin was founded as an Institute for students by… Show more

During this interactive panel, we will discuss programming to engage students who might not otherwise be attending events or participating in venture creation. Each presenter will spotlight unexpected ways entrepreneurship can break through the noise of campus activities and reach a broader audience.

This talk will highlight how the Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute (KS WELI) at The University of Texas at Austin was founded as an Institute for students by students. DePaul University will provide multiple examples of programs that encourage entrepreneurial and innovative thinking, including how they harness their local Chicago ecosystem to benefit students. Arizona State University will highlight how its upper-division residential learning living community in Downtown Phoenix is reimagining entrepreneurship in collaboration with its arts and design school to encourage creativity and innovation.

We will discuss how program decisions connect to strategic priorities, offer practical insight into tactical approaches, and share the outcomes of specific student experiences. Breakthrough moments are welcome and encouraged throughout this session – participants can share their own novel approaches, ask questions for clarity, and encourage one another to continue to advance new methods to broaden the value of entrepreneurship on campus. Show less

This session will empower Villagers on a journey to discover their personal values, strengths, and authentic entrepreneurial leadership style. The session will also introduce Villagers to the Entrepreneurial Mindset Profile (EMP) - enabling leaders to better understand how their traits, motivations, and skills relate to other entrepreneurs and business leaders. The session will also provide insight into how an 'entrepreneurial mindset' can drive growth and productivity by defining a personal… Show more

This session will empower Villagers on a journey to discover their personal values, strengths, and authentic entrepreneurial leadership style. The session will also introduce Villagers to the Entrepreneurial Mindset Profile (EMP) - enabling leaders to better understand how their traits, motivations, and skills relate to other entrepreneurs and business leaders. The session will also provide insight into how an 'entrepreneurial mindset' can drive growth and productivity by defining a personal leadership philosophy. Show less

This session will explore 'promising practices' on how to unlock the power of inclusive leadership to attract, retain, and engage current (and future!) talent. Learn how to refine leadership skills, communication strategies, and conflict management to create psychologically safe environments that promote and encourage equitable and inclusive innovation for today's diverse workforce. Learn how the U.S. defines diversity, equity, and inclusion, and how work/life balance and self-development have… Show more

This session will explore 'promising practices' on how to unlock the power of inclusive leadership to attract, retain, and engage current (and future!) talent. Learn how to refine leadership skills, communication strategies, and conflict management to create psychologically safe environments that promote and encourage equitable and inclusive innovation for today's diverse workforce. Learn how the U.S. defines diversity, equity, and inclusion, and how work/life balance and self-development have to be part of creative inclusive practices. Show less

This session will guide leaders on a journey to discover their personal values, strengths, and authentic leadership style. The session will equip leaders with the skills they need to identify and prioritize their values, while also understanding value misalignment. Leaders will negotiate value alignment through a process during which they will discover their WHY + personal connection to becoming a purpose-driven leader. Through value alignment, leaders will understand their strengths in action,… Show more

This session will guide leaders on a journey to discover their personal values, strengths, and authentic leadership style. The session will equip leaders with the skills they need to identify and prioritize their values, while also understanding value misalignment. Leaders will negotiate value alignment through a process during which they will discover their WHY + personal connection to becoming a purpose-driven leader. Through value alignment, leaders will understand their strengths in action, and how those strengths help build relationships and impact how they lead others. Show less

This workshop is far from ordinary, it's a unique opportunity to learn from Lesley Robinson, the esteemed Director of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.

Lesley will guide attendees through an immersive experience, designed to equip them with the necessary tools to create their very own entrepreneurial leadership philosophy.

DigiGirlz Mentorship Program is a groundbreaking initiative launched in 2017 by PAS, designed to engage girls aged between 15 and 18 years old to solve social issues using the power of technology and facilitate their avocation of STEM careers through mentoring. Participants engage in a social innovation process allowing them to identify challenges relevant to a specific topic and develop creative solutions using technology.

This workshop is far from ordinary, it's a unique opportunity to learn from Lesley Robinson, the esteemed Director of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.

Lesley will guide attendees through an immersive experience, designed to equip them with the necessary tools to create their very own entrepreneurial leadership philosophy.This workshop is far from ordinary, it's a unique opportunity to learn from Lesley Robinson, the… Show more

This workshop is far from ordinary, it's a unique opportunity to learn from Lesley Robinson, the esteemed Director of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.

Lesley will guide attendees through an immersive experience, designed to equip them with the necessary tools to create their very own entrepreneurial leadership philosophy.This workshop is far from ordinary, it's a unique opportunity to learn from Lesley Robinson, the esteemed Director of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin. Lesley will guide attendees through an immersive experience, designed to equip them with the necessary tools to create their very own entrepreneurial leadership philosophy. Show less

We are excited to invite you to an engaging workshop on « Strengths and Competencies of Global Entrepreneurial Leaders » organized by Technopark Casablanca in collaboration with the U.S Embassy in Morocco/ U.S State Department and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development.

We are honored to have Lesley Robinson, Founding Director of Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at the University of Texas, as our distinguished guest speaker for this workshop. Lesley… Show more

We are excited to invite you to an engaging workshop on « Strengths and Competencies of Global Entrepreneurial Leaders » organized by Technopark Casablanca in collaboration with the U.S Embassy in Morocco/ U.S State Department and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development.

We are honored to have Lesley Robinson, Founding Director of Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at the University of Texas, as our distinguished guest speaker for this workshop. Lesley brings a wealth of experience in empowering women in the tech sector. She has worked with the Chanel foundation’s « PowHER in Tech » project and INCO Global’s Academy training program to support the recruitment, retention, and equitable access for women in technology.

During the workshop, Lesley will share her expertise and insights on the strengths and competencies required to thrive as a global entrepreneurial leader. Her session promises to be enlightening, inspiring, and thought-provoking, offering practical strategies and actionable advice to help you excel in your entrepreneurial journey.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from an industry expert and network with like-minded individuals passionate about entrepreneurship. Show less

We are thrilled to invite you to an engaging workshop titled «Applying a Global Mindset to the Entrepreneurial Mindset» This exciting event, organized in collaboration with the U.S. Embassy in Morocco and the U.S. State Department, aims to create a space where entrepreneurial thinking and global perspectives converge.

At Technopark, we understand the importance of embracing diverse perspectives and fostering inclusive entrepreneurship. In line with our commitment to providing valuable… Show more

We are thrilled to invite you to an engaging workshop titled «Applying a Global Mindset to the Entrepreneurial Mindset» This exciting event, organized in collaboration with the U.S. Embassy in Morocco and the U.S. State Department, aims to create a space where entrepreneurial thinking and global perspectives converge.

At Technopark, we understand the importance of embracing diverse perspectives and fostering inclusive entrepreneurship. In line with our commitment to providing valuable insights, we are pleased to announce two distinguished speakers who will enrich the workshop with their expertise.

Our first guest speaker is Lesley Robinson, the founding director of Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at the University of Texas. Lesley has been instrumental in supporting women in the tech sector through her work with the Chanel foundation’s « PowHER in Tech » project and INCO Global’s Academy training program. Her extensive experience in empowering women entrepreneurs and promoting equitable access in the tech industry makes her an invaluable resource for our workshop.

Additionally, we are delighted to introduce Sabrina Nassih, Program Associate at Impact for Development, Consultant, and PhD candidate in Organizational Inclusion. With a strong background in openness policies, local governance, and social inclusion, Sabrina has collaborated with renowned organizations such as Open Government Partnership and Gustave Eiffel to drive positive change in the MENA region. Her expertise in conducting research, data analysis, and designing effective programs allows her to provide valuable insights and innovative solutions for inclusive and sustainable practices.

It promises to be a unique opportunity for networking, learning, and gaining fresh perspectives on the intersection of a global mindset and the entrepreneurial mindset. Show less

Join the Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) for the 15th Annual Saunders Scholars Competition where teens from across the country will compete for the title of America's next top entrepreneur! 19 companies will compete in two panel competitions on June 16th for a chance to compete in the final live competition at 3:00pm EST.

Three finalists will be chosen from each Panel to present their business idea in 3 minutes, followed by 3 minutes of Q&A from our judges. The competition and finals… Show more

Join the Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) for the 15th Annual Saunders Scholars Competition where teens from across the country will compete for the title of America's next top entrepreneur! 19 companies will compete in two panel competitions on June 16th for a chance to compete in the final live competition at 3:00pm EST.

Three finalists will be chosen from each Panel to present their business idea in 3 minutes, followed by 3 minutes of Q&A from our judges. The competition and finals competition will both be live streamed from the YEA! YoTube, Facebook page and website.

The students will compete for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place with cash prizes and scholarships totaling over $80,000! Registered viewers from around the country will get the opportunity to vote via test message or website for the $1,000 cash prize People's Choice Award.

Watch the finalist pitch at: https://youtu.be/RRA43Aui7GY Show less

For the last Speaker Series of the 22-23, the Austin chapter of the Young Women's Alliance created a conversation about the Path to Entrepreneurship & Beyond. A panel moderated by, Lesley Robinson with Nelly Garcia (founder of Rochelli Patisserie & AU40 finalist), Katie Fritts (found of Underclub & AU40 finalist) and Shana Rehwald (founder of the Me-est Me Journal)

Attendees will learn best practices for integrating personal entrepreneurship development into their venture development curriculum.

Learn more at: https://www.globalentrepreneurshipconsortium.org/virtualconnections/#:~:text=In%20the%20summer%20of%202020,of%20our%20previous%20sessions%20below.

The Student Startup competition, powered by WIT - Whatever It Takes, supports youth entrepreneurs as a platform for high school students to showcase their business ideas and receive coaching and feedback from successful entrepreneurs. The competition provides students with a remarkable opportunity to share their talents, validate their business ideas, and gain experience.

HomeBase: Conversations to help you build and scale your organization

Come hang out with Blue Sky Partners, Poppin, and Insperity at HomeBase for three days of hosting panels and roundtables, diving deep into how to start and scale your organization—whether that's a startup, small business, nonprofit, or even a city.

KS WELI Director, Lesley Robinson is a selected featured speaker for the UN World Logic Day event, showcasing the perspectives of leading thought leaders championing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and better Logic around the world. Lesley will be speaking on UN SDG5: Gender Equality & Women’s Role in relation to the role of research and building talent for impact.

KS WELI is honored to receive the UN Global Purpose Award from Truist and also recognize the work of our December 2021 KS WELI FoundHER and 2021 YSEALI Professional Fellow, Waode (Darma), and her contributions to the critical conversation around the importance of UN SDG 5 Gender Equality & Women Empowerment. Darma is empowering young women in South Sulawesi, Indonesia, through the Women Lab Bootcamp. Darma will be recognized virtually at World Logic Day as a UN Global Purpose Award winner. We… Show more

KS WELI is honored to receive the UN Global Purpose Award from Truist and also recognize the work of our December 2021 KS WELI FoundHER and 2021 YSEALI Professional Fellow, Waode (Darma), and her contributions to the critical conversation around the importance of UN SDG 5 Gender Equality & Women Empowerment. Darma is empowering young women in South Sulawesi, Indonesia, through the Women Lab Bootcamp. Darma will be recognized virtually at World Logic Day as a UN Global Purpose Award winner. We are so proud of her work to empower women to lead. Show less

The Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute (KS WELI) at The University of Texas at Austin (UT) strengthens the next generation of courageous and creative women leaders who will change the world in business - and beyond. Our mission is to empower women to lead and encourage the world to follow. The core values of the KS WELI are to empower, build community, and equip students through creativity and innovation. Through these core values, the KS WELI encourages gender-aware… Show more

The Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute (KS WELI) at The University of Texas at Austin (UT) strengthens the next generation of courageous and creative women leaders who will change the world in business - and beyond. Our mission is to empower women to lead and encourage the world to follow. The core values of the KS WELI are to empower, build community, and equip students through creativity and innovation. Through these core values, the KS WELI encourages gender-aware approaches to redefine leadership and entrepreneurship to better represent what a founder looks like - both in
the U.S. and globally.

Sponsored by the U.S. State Department’s Young Southeast Asian Leadership Institute (YSEALI), the KS WELI partnered with multiple organizations in Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia to collaborate on the Women Lab Bootcamp (WLB) – a program aimed to empower women from marginalized groups through basic entrepreneurial skills and leadership to encourage business creation. The first iteration of the WLB included several trainings, workshops, mentoring, and activities that supported and helped 40 young women to increase their income - and become empowered. This session will highlight the
innovative and comprehensive program approach used across to create the WLB across oceans to empower women for the nation. Show less

The Entrepreneurial LeadHERship course guides student leaders on a journey during which they discover their personal values, strengths, and authentic leadership style through a gender-informed perspective. The course leverages a variety of methods, guest speakers, and experiential learning opportunities to equip and empower students with the skills they need to not only thrive but flourish as a leader.
All course content is presented through a gender-informed perspective with the goal of… Show more

The Entrepreneurial LeadHERship course guides student leaders on a journey during which they discover their personal values, strengths, and authentic leadership style through a gender-informed perspective. The course leverages a variety of methods, guest speakers, and experiential learning opportunities to equip and empower students with the skills they need to not only thrive but flourish as a leader.
All course content is presented through a gender-informed perspective with the goal of being foundHER-focused. By being “foundHER” focused, the course redefines leadership and entrepreneurship by building a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community; encouraging creativity and innovation; representing that "if you can see her, you can be her"; challenging barriers women face; and growing the number of women-owned and -led businesses. Show less

The Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute (KS WELI) at The University of Texas at Austin (UT) strengthens the next generation of courageous and creative women leaders who will change the world in business - and beyond. The core values of the KS WELI are to empower, build community, and equip students through creativity and innovation. Through these core values, the KS WELI encourages gender-aware approaches to redefine leadership and entrepreneurship to better
represent… Show more

The Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute (KS WELI) at The University of Texas at Austin (UT) strengthens the next generation of courageous and creative women leaders who will change the world in business - and beyond. The core values of the KS WELI are to empower, build community, and equip students through creativity and innovation. Through these core values, the KS WELI encourages gender-aware approaches to redefine leadership and entrepreneurship to better
represent what a founder looks like. We believe that “if you can see her, you can be her”.

This talk will showcase the incredibly successful and impactful FoundHER Program - which has intentionally created a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community at UT that inspires students to pursue entrepreneurship through curricular and co-curricular efforts sponsored through KS WELI - and across the UT campus. To date, FoundHER has equipped 50+ FoundHERs and 32 ventures with over $60,000 in seed grants. This talk will explore the program's promising/best practices learned from creating, implementing, and iterating over the past 2.5 years. Specifically, the impacts of the FoundHER Program will be discussed to enhance the understanding of the value of women’s entrepreneurial endeavors in higher education. Show less

Quality of Life (QoL) is defined as the enjoyment of life. Quality of life is associated with the extent to which they are able to meet their needs, wants, and aspirations. Quality of life has become a conspicuous concern in biometry, philosophy, social science, clinical medicine, health services, and outcomes research

The quality of life of women determines the quality of life of a nation’s generation. Various factors strongly influence such as biopsychosocial-spiritual, education… Show more

Quality of Life (QoL) is defined as the enjoyment of life. Quality of life is associated with the extent to which they are able to meet their needs, wants, and aspirations. Quality of life has become a conspicuous concern in biometry, philosophy, social science, clinical medicine, health services, and outcomes research

The quality of life of women determines the quality of life of a nation’s generation. Various factors strongly influence such as biopsychosocial-spiritual, education, recreation and leisure time, social belonging. Scientists have a pivotal role in building the base of quality of life of women through science and evidence-based. Women’s health problem is an important component in improving Quality of Life (QoL) in women life satisfaction

The Fourth International Conference on Women and Societal Perspectives carries the notion of Quality of Life as a form of attention from graduate school Hasanuddin University towards women studies. The conference will take place virtually or online, allowing scientists and all circles to participate as speakers, presenters, and participants. Show less

Established in 2010, GPT East and Southeast Asia includes an in-person symposium and student-led intercultural programming throughout the year with the goal of developing students' cross-cultural professional skills, building a globally minded student network and celebrating cultures across the region. This internationally-focused experience is designed for students interested in pursuing international careers, especially in East and Southeast Asia. Students participate in specialized dialogues… Show more

Established in 2010, GPT East and Southeast Asia includes an in-person symposium and student-led intercultural programming throughout the year with the goal of developing students' cross-cultural professional skills, building a globally minded student network and celebrating cultures across the region. This internationally-focused experience is designed for students interested in pursuing international careers, especially in East and Southeast Asia. Students participate in specialized dialogues about the region and develop marketable professional skills while exploring careers and relevant UT courses and programs related to the region. Show less

This week is not just Austin Startup Week, it is also Global Entrepreneurship Week! We are not only celebrating here in Austin, but across 200 countries, as a massive campaign to celebrate and empower entrepreneurs in every country and community around the world - especially those who face structural barriers or may have never considered the idea of launching their own startup. At the helm of this mission are women entrepreneurs. In this panel, we will hear from international leaders who will… Show more

This week is not just Austin Startup Week, it is also Global Entrepreneurship Week! We are not only celebrating here in Austin, but across 200 countries, as a massive campaign to celebrate and empower entrepreneurs in every country and community around the world - especially those who face structural barriers or may have never considered the idea of launching their own startup. At the helm of this mission are women entrepreneurs. In this panel, we will hear from international leaders who will take a deep dive in how local entrepreneurship drives economic growth and expands human welfare on a global scale. Show less

Princeton Club of Austin (PCA) and Princeton Entrepreneurship Council (PEC) invite you to join fellow alumni and guests at a panel discussion featuring Princeton alumni founders and funders. This in-person event will be held on Wednesday, October 26 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm CDT at the Capital Factory in downtown Austin. It will be followed by a networking reception for all attendees. There is no charge for this event.

This event is part of an entrepreneurial series, called TigerTalks… Show more

Princeton Club of Austin (PCA) and Princeton Entrepreneurship Council (PEC) invite you to join fellow alumni and guests at a panel discussion featuring Princeton alumni founders and funders. This in-person event will be held on Wednesday, October 26 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm CDT at the Capital Factory in downtown Austin. It will be followed by a networking reception for all attendees. There is no charge for this event.

This event is part of an entrepreneurial series, called TigerTalks, organized by PEC and local alumni associations across the country on various topics spanning tech, life sciences, social impact and arts entrepreneurship; and featuring alumni and faculty working in these fields. The theme for this event is "Venturing in the Austin Tech Scene" and will feature the following alumni panelists:

- Michael Carvin '04, Co-Founder and CEO of SmartAsset
- Lauren DeMeuse '06, Executive in Residence at 8VC
- Scott Britton '10, Chief Technology Evangelist at Salesforce and Co-Founder of Troops (acquired by Salesforce in July 2022)
- Lesley Robinson S*12, Founding Director of Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin

Moderating the panel will be Marcus Stroud '16, Co-Founder and General Partner of TXV Partners Show less

If You Can See Her, You Can Be Her. Women in Entrepreneurship
- Lesley Robinson, The University of Texas at Austin
- Ingrid Villareal, The University of Texas at Austin

The Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute (KS WELI) at The University of Texas at Austin supports women in entrepreneurship by strengthening the next generation of courageous and creative leaders who will change the world in business - and beyond. Core values of the KS WELI are to empower, build… Show more

If You Can See Her, You Can Be Her. Women in Entrepreneurship
- Lesley Robinson, The University of Texas at Austin
- Ingrid Villareal, The University of Texas at Austin

The Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute (KS WELI) at The University of Texas at Austin supports women in entrepreneurship by strengthening the next generation of courageous and creative leaders who will change the world in business - and beyond. Core values of the KS WELI are to empower, build community, and equip students through creativity and innovation. Through these values, KS WELI encourages gender-aware approaches to redefine leadership and entrepreneurship.

We believe that “if you can see her, you can be her”.
Learn about the FoundHER Program - which inspires students to pursue entrepreneurship through curricular and co-curricular efforts. Since May 2020, the FoundHER Program has equipped 50+ founders / 30+ ventures with over $60,000 in seed grants. This talk will explore promising practices from the past 2.5 years. Specifically, impacts of the FoundHER Program will be discussed to showcase the value of women in entrepreneurship education. Show less

Social Politics Guest Lecture Series:"Women, Leadership, and the Integrity on Entrepreneurship. It is held by faculty staff in University of Muhammadiyah Makassar on August 2, 2022. The audience +60 around 50% is students and 50% is Lecturer and faculty staff.

The Role of Entrepreneurship Education in The Business World. This event is held by the Rector University of Fajar on August 2nd, 2022. The Audience +80 students, Lecturer, Rector and faculty staff.

YSEALI Professional Fellowship Program Information Session. It is held by YSEALI Alumni Makassar on August 2, 2022, Caffee Tulus Makassar. The audience +50 students and YSEALI Alumni.

Entrepreneurship and Idea Business Competition. This event is held by Universitas Kristen Indonesia Toraja (UKIT) on August 4th, 2022 in Toraja. The audience +70 students and faculty staff.

This event is held by the Management Department, UIN Alauddin Makassar. It was held on August 1st 2022. The audience +40 students, lecturer, and faculty staff.

In this episode, we are interviewing Lesley Robinson. Lesley Robinson is the founding director of the Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute (KS WELI) at The University of Texas at Austin, where she empowers students - especially women - to find the best path to their own destination. She supports curricular and co-curricular efforts to equip, build community, and empower the next generation of courageous and creative women leaders who will change the world - in business and… Show more

In this episode, we are interviewing Lesley Robinson. Lesley Robinson is the founding director of the Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute (KS WELI) at The University of Texas at Austin, where she empowers students - especially women - to find the best path to their own destination. She supports curricular and co-curricular efforts to equip, build community, and empower the next generation of courageous and creative women leaders who will change the world - in business and beyond. Lesley created and teaches the Entrepreneurial LeadHERship course at UT, guiding student leaders on a journey to discover their personal values, strengths, and authentic leadership style through a gender-informed perspective. She is a Ph.D. Candidate in Higher Education Leadership from Colorado State University, where her dissertation work is focused on gender-aware approaches to teaching entrepreneurship education.

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Launching Women Lab Bootcamp. This event is held by Women Lab BootCamp team. It was held in University of Fajar on August 3rd, 2022. The audience +50 WLB sisters and WLB team.

This panel will present three unique approaches to centering entrepreneurs in intentional program design to develop and foster a strong sense of belonging. It is an interactive session with content delivered in rapid-fire idea generation ways that encourage attendees to learn and apply by centering you as a participant. Multiple voices will share their unique perspectives and experiences. Through their own ‘proof of concept’ experiences, panelists will share lessons learned in the feasibility… Show more

This panel will present three unique approaches to centering entrepreneurs in intentional program design to develop and foster a strong sense of belonging. It is an interactive session with content delivered in rapid-fire idea generation ways that encourage attendees to learn and apply by centering you as a participant. Multiple voices will share their unique perspectives and experiences. Through their own ‘proof of concept’ experiences, panelists will share lessons learned in the feasibility, desirability, and viability of creating vibrant programming that supports the next generation of courageous and creative entrepreneurial leaders that flourish by embracing community voices and collaboration.

Panelists:
Sanjai Tripathi, College of Business, Oregon State University
Kristin Slice, J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute, Arizona State University
Lesley Robinson, Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin

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Excited to welcome Lesley Robinson to The New Unfiltered today.

She’s a rockstar, and the current head of the Kendra Scott Institute at UT Austin. If you want to know how to get attention from a top college for your first degree or grad degree, this episode is for you!

Learn about a day in the lives of alumnae Taleya Mayberry (BSBA '13), Program Director, ACT Tulsa and Lesley Jacobs Robinson (BA '06), Director, Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute.

As women in entrepreneurship, we often feel under qualified and under prepared. We aren't. We've just been conditioned to dim our lights. We have to be the beacon that the next generation uses to see in order for change to really happen in our favor. Join members of the 3 Day Startup Board for this impactful conversation about the realities of women in entrepreneurship.

Hosted by: Erika Haskins
Board members: Courtney Zaugg, Tolu Akindunni, Shayna Dunitz, Lesley Robinson, Sheffie… Show more

As women in entrepreneurship, we often feel under qualified and under prepared. We aren't. We've just been conditioned to dim our lights. We have to be the beacon that the next generation uses to see in order for change to really happen in our favor. Join members of the 3 Day Startup Board for this impactful conversation about the realities of women in entrepreneurship.

Hosted by: Erika Haskins
Board members: Courtney Zaugg, Tolu Akindunni, Shayna Dunitz, Lesley Robinson, Sheffie Robinson, Kelly Pratt Show less

The Fall 2021 Texas Venture Labs Investment Competition (TVLIC) was held on 12/3/2022 at Robert B. Rowling Hall. TVLIC mimics the real-world process of raising venture capital. Graduate students from the University of Texas System present their ideas for new businesses and receive invaluable feedback from entrepreneurs and investors. Many TVLIC competitors go on to launch their businesses and countless other leverage the experience in their careers as leaders in their fields.

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The Fall 2021 Texas Venture Labs Investment Competition (TVLIC) was held on 12/3/2022 at Robert B. Rowling Hall. TVLIC mimics the real-world process of raising venture capital. Graduate students from the University of Texas System present their ideas for new businesses and receive invaluable feedback from entrepreneurs and investors. Many TVLIC competitors go on to launch their businesses and countless other leverage the experience in their careers as leaders in their fields.

In this semester's triumphant return to an in-person pitch event, 20 of the top graduate student startup companies competed for over $50,000 in cash awards and follow-on support. After the field was narrowed in the morning’s semifinal found, the four division winners went head to head in the finals, where they pitched on the big stage in Crum Auditorium. The audience was treated to a tremendous group of entrepreneurs sharing their plans for how they will turn their aspirations into the next big startup to come out of the University of Texas at Austin. Show less

On Saturday, November 6th, She’s the First hosted its largest philanthropy event for the Fall semester, #WinterBrunch, in collaboration with the Kendra Scott WEL Institute. With games, over $300 in raffle prizes, food, drinks, and some amazing guest speakers the organization was able to reach its fundraising goal. Those funds will be used to empower young girls in developing countries where they are often academically disadvantaged. Their efforts include building schools, providing books… Show more

On Saturday, November 6th, She’s the First hosted its largest philanthropy event for the Fall semester, #WinterBrunch, in collaboration with the Kendra Scott WEL Institute. With games, over $300 in raffle prizes, food, drinks, and some amazing guest speakers the organization was able to reach its fundraising goal. Those funds will be used to empower young girls in developing countries where they are often academically disadvantaged. Their efforts include building schools, providing books, scholarships, and more to young girls who are in desperate need of this monetary aid. She’s the First main objective is to provide the resources to help girls be the first in their families to graduate high school, as well as move on to college and obtain degrees. Show less

A weekly show celebrating the innovation of Texas women // Built In Texas is powered by Her Texas, the first ecosystem on a mission to build greater communication, collaboration and connectivity for women that live, work and do business in the state. http://www.hertexas.co

This week we're taking a look at the Austin entrepreneurial scene, Her Texas style of course!
SPECIAL GUESTS:
Lesley Robinson, Director, Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute UT… Show more

A weekly show celebrating the innovation of Texas women // Built In Texas is powered by Her Texas, the first ecosystem on a mission to build greater communication, collaboration and connectivity for women that live, work and do business in the state. http://www.hertexas.co

This week we're taking a look at the Austin entrepreneurial scene, Her Texas style of course!
SPECIAL GUESTS:
Lesley Robinson, Director, Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute UT Austin
Samantha Bryant, Student Advisory Board President, Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute UT Austin
Kiku Chaudhuri, Co-founder, Shaz and Khiks Show less

Did you know that people usually find jobs through word of mouth? Getting involved with groups where people can help you and you can help others is a great way to advance your career. Lesley Robinson from Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute will show you how to get your name out there on the path to a rewarding career.

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Join us to learn how the Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at the University of Texas at Austin (KS WEL) leveraged Civic Dinners to foster meaningful connections in the midst of a pandemic. During our event, we will explore the impact of this partnership and highlight how you can create a virtual event that will leave participants feeling connected, optimistic, and motivated.

“As we planned our inaugural Women’s Summit and were challenged by the limitations of a… Show more

Join us to learn how the Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at the University of Texas at Austin (KS WEL) leveraged Civic Dinners to foster meaningful connections in the midst of a pandemic. During our event, we will explore the impact of this partnership and highlight how you can create a virtual event that will leave participants feeling connected, optimistic, and motivated.

“As we planned our inaugural Women’s Summit and were challenged by the limitations of a virtual event, we realized that the event lacked the feeling of connection and togetherness that live events offer. We knew that many students and community members signed up for the Summit in order to network and interact with like-minded, hard working, passionate women in the entrepreneurial sphere. When we discovered Civic Dinners, we knew it would be the perfect enhancement to make a virtual event feel a little more intimate and intentional.” - Eva, Marketing & Events, Senior Intern

The inaugural event was such a success that the KS WEL Institute used our conversation model again to celebrate International Women’s Day 2021.

This webinar will explore the impact of the KS WEL and Civic Dinners partnership, highlighting how the pair worked together to empower and embolden young women to lead in meaningful ways. Join us to learn how this event left participants “feeling connected and optimistic — reminded as women that we’ve got a network waiting to support us.” Show less

Instagram Live: Entrepreneurship vs. Leadership

“A mentor is someone who allows you to see the hope inside yourself.” -Oprah Winfrey

2020 has been a rollercoaster of events and emotions, and Nietzsche reminds us that what doesn’t kill us makes us stronger. As we embrace the new virtual age and distanced-everything, there is no better time to experience and develop what great leadership looks like through virtual mentorship!

Join HERdacity on Thursday, December 17th, as Lesley Robinson encourages the sleeping leader within many… Show more

“A mentor is someone who allows you to see the hope inside yourself.” -Oprah Winfrey

2020 has been a rollercoaster of events and emotions, and Nietzsche reminds us that what doesn’t kill us makes us stronger. As we embrace the new virtual age and distanced-everything, there is no better time to experience and develop what great leadership looks like through virtual mentorship!

Join HERdacity on Thursday, December 17th, as Lesley Robinson encourages the sleeping leader within many of us to utilize our passions for a greater purpose: bringing up the next generation. Lesley will show us how to utilize technology to create long-term success that virtually engages both the mentor and the mentee. We will also explore the differences between the ever-changing roles of mentor, mentee, coach, and cheerleader, and how leadership mentorship must include each of these.

In this webinar, you’ll:
- Learn strategies for embracing remote relationships and how virtual mentorship can be an opportunity for career development.
- Understand how technology can aid in relationship building for both the mentor and mentee.
- Define the different, but overlapping, roles of mentor, mentee, coach, and cheerleader, and why each is important in leadership mentorship. Show less

Hosted by Improve UT x BreadwinnHER, hear about making change on campus from two sides: administration and entrepreneurship. Featuring Dr. Mia Carter, COLA Dean of Student Affairs, and KS WEL Institute's very own @Lesley Robinson!

This virtual workshop by the Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute and campus partner, The LaunchPad, will help students build confidence in their understanding of what it means to financially sustain a company with an emphasis on the female perspective.

By demystifying concepts such as venture capital, angel investor, bootstrapping, non-profit development, and crowdfunding, students will leave feeling better educated about startup finances and more confident in their… Show more

This virtual workshop by the Kendra Scott Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute and campus partner, The LaunchPad, will help students build confidence in their understanding of what it means to financially sustain a company with an emphasis on the female perspective.

By demystifying concepts such as venture capital, angel investor, bootstrapping, non-profit development, and crowdfunding, students will leave feeling better educated about startup finances and more confident in their exploration of entrepreneurship.

The workshop will feature two panels of investors and entrepreneurs (with female-focused brands) talking about fundraising basics as well as the nuances of what it means to fundraise as a woman.

Panel #1
Lesley Robinson - Kendra Scott WEL Institute
Jess Gaffney - CEO & Executive Director, Women@Austin
Tina Dai - Principal, Silverton Partners
Shauntavia Ward - Founder, eleMINT Skin

Panel #2
Rachel Sánchez-Madhur - Senior VP Core Experience, One Drop & Angel Investor, BEAM Angel Network
Monica Peraza - Co-Founder & Co-CEO of The Etho & DWEN (Dell Women's Entrepreneur Network) Member
Kerry Rupp - General Partner, True Wealth Ventures Show less

Learn how to effectively stand out in the job search and feel empowered to confidently make connections.

PEAC GS Leadership and Service Speaker Series

Texas Female Founders Day is focused on empowering women entrepreneurs and activating female investors to improve support and access to resources for women-led startups. The event invites female founders who are in town for SXSW to come learn, connect, and share moments they've failed and prevailed as entrepreneurs.

U.S. State Department's Alumni Affairs' #CareerConnections seminar for U.S. alumni of USG exchange programs. TIEC was proud to host this talented group of young professionals for their off-site, focusing on the intersection of #entrepreneurship and #internationalaffairs at Capital Factory.

TIEC's CEO Robin Lerner moderated our two panels featuring some pretty amazing speakers with a huge range and depth of experiences. Thanks to all and we look forward to staying in touch and seeing… Show more

U.S. State Department's Alumni Affairs' #CareerConnections seminar for U.S. alumni of USG exchange programs. TIEC was proud to host this talented group of young professionals for their off-site, focusing on the intersection of #entrepreneurship and #internationalaffairs at Capital Factory.

TIEC's CEO Robin Lerner moderated our two panels featuring some pretty amazing speakers with a huge range and depth of experiences. Thanks to all and we look forward to staying in touch and seeing what these future diplomats and entrepreneurs do next!

Amy Christianson, Shakeel Rashed, Mark Pomar, Lesley Robinson, Aleisha Woodward, Scott Mackey, Tech Ranch, United Nations Foundation, Partners of the Americas

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- Getting to know yourself - and your values
- Aligning areas for growth to departmental/organizational goals
- Getting approval for professional development opportunities & managing up

In an era driven by innovation, where creativity and disruption are changing the rules of the game, France with its natural penchant for tech innovation combined with its new generation of entrepreneurs has created an aspiring and thriving ecosystem that fully embraces cultural diversity. In recent years, La French Tech has been building what has become a vibrant and dynamic tech ecosystem and a hotbed of talent. It is a true start-up Republic: France keeps re-writing and revising its laws to… Show more

In an era driven by innovation, where creativity and disruption are changing the rules of the game, France with its natural penchant for tech innovation combined with its new generation of entrepreneurs has created an aspiring and thriving ecosystem that fully embraces cultural diversity. In recent years, La French Tech has been building what has become a vibrant and dynamic tech ecosystem and a hotbed of talent. It is a true start-up Republic: France keeps re-writing and revising its laws to facilitate and accelerate scaling-up. In doing so, France is welcoming a diversity of entrepreneurial talents from all around the world to create a powerful international dimension for future growth. We will compare and contrast Austin and French perspectives on how policy impacts change, how technological change impacts policy, and how this dialogue can create real social impact—such with French Tech4Good Show less

In this month's event, we have a panel from some of the best accelerators in Austin coming to talk about who they are, what they do and how they do it.

Meet them, talk about your startups, ask them about their application processes, their mentor networks, investor relations, support structure, find out if they're the right fit for you and more.

Whether you're currently in a job search, are anticipating your career move post-graduation, or simply want to be prepared should a unique opportunity arise, learn promising practices from an international educator turned social entrepreneur on her specific journey to success, and what that might look like for you! It's all about how you pivot your experiences and prioritize your wants vs. needs to land that job you’re searching for.

Whether you're currently in a job search, are anticipating your next move, or simply want to be prepared should a unique opportunity arise, I thought we could have a general discussion on promising practices on journeys to success << and what that looks like for you!

As international students arrive on-campus, their adjustment often includes unique stressors not experienced by U.S. students. Highlighting how international students can make meaning of their identity, learn best practices to build collaborations with campus partners to support international student identity development through engagement.

As international students arrive on campus, their adjustment to life in the U.S. often includes unique stressors not experienced by U.S. American students. This poster will highlight how international students can make meaning of their identity using Kim's (2012) international student identity model. The presenter will also share examples of how, through campus programming and collaborations, the role of campus engagement can address culture stressors such as English language ability, U.S… Show more

As international students arrive on campus, their adjustment to life in the U.S. often includes unique stressors not experienced by U.S. American students. This poster will highlight how international students can make meaning of their identity using Kim's (2012) international student identity model. The presenter will also share examples of how, through campus programming and collaborations, the role of campus engagement can address culture stressors such as English language ability, U.S. American values, homesickness, making friends, career development, and more. Learn promising practices on how two universities have built successful programming collaborations with campus partners to assist international students in making meaning of their identity development. Show less

International students' often experience unique stressors after arriving to campus. Join us for a session on developing sustainable partnerships for programs/events that foster international student identity development. We’ll talk about what makes a successful partnership, and share examples and resources for how to leverage your local community (on and off-campus) to create enriching, low cost programs for your international students.

As international students arrive on campus, their adjustment to life in the U.S. often includes unique stressors not experienced by American students. This session will highlight how international students can make meaning of their identity using Kim's (2012) international student identity model. This session will share examples of how, through campus programming and collaborations, the role of campus engagement can address culture stressors.

As international students arrive on campus, their adjustment to life in the U.S. often includes unique stressors not experienced by American students. This session will highlight how international students can make meaning of their identity using Kim's (2012) international student identity model. This session will share examples of how, through campus programming and collaborations, the role of campus engagement can address culture stressors.

Starting from the first semester until graduation, college experience in the United States is an exciting time and a life-changing period for international students, but there are some obstacles that naturally arise in a new country and a new academic environment. These obstacles range from new form of assignments to new form of class behavior that international students are expected to adjust within a short amount of time. In this lunch roundtable we will discuss some of these obstacles and… Show more

Starting from the first semester until graduation, college experience in the United States is an exciting time and a life-changing period for international students, but there are some obstacles that naturally arise in a new country and a new academic environment. These obstacles range from new form of assignments to new form of class behavior that international students are expected to adjust within a short amount of time. In this lunch roundtable we will discuss some of these obstacles and different ways to help international students overcome these obstacles. Show less

NAFSA is an exhilarating whirlwind of thought-provoking sessions, reception invitations, exhibit hall strategizing, business card collecting, and extreme networking. Get ahead of your post-conference follow-up with sixteen tips and tricks for managing business card maintenance and continued networking.

As international students arrive on campus, their adjustment to life in the U.S. often includes additional unique stressors not experienced by American students. This session will highlight how Princeton University’s Davis International Center has developed collaborative programming to address campus culture stressors such as, English language ability, American values, homesickness, making friends, career development, and more. Learn promising practices on how Princeton has built a successful… Show more

As international students arrive on campus, their adjustment to life in the U.S. often includes additional unique stressors not experienced by American students. This session will highlight how Princeton University’s Davis International Center has developed collaborative programming to address campus culture stressors such as, English language ability, American values, homesickness, making friends, career development, and more. Learn promising practices on how Princeton has built a successful programming calendar with numerous campus partners.
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Do you need an advanced degree to be successful in the field of international education? Gain insights from experienced professionals and professors on the current international education job market. Presenters will compare degree programs and help attendees determine what path might work best for them now or later in their careers.
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Programs for experiential learning through work, internships and volunteering abroad (WIVA) are rapidly growing—evidence that the nature and purpose of education abroad is changing. A Forum Standards project is examining issues specific to these types of program types, and will be presented and discussed during this session, along with exemplary practices.

Co-Presenters: Michael Steinberg (IES Abroad and Forum Standards Committee), Jennifer Malerich (Arizona State University), Denita… Show more

Programs for experiential learning through work, internships and volunteering abroad (WIVA) are rapidly growing—evidence that the nature and purpose of education abroad is changing. A Forum Standards project is examining issues specific to these types of program types, and will be presented and discussed during this session, along with exemplary practices.

Co-Presenters: Michael Steinberg (IES Abroad and Forum Standards Committee), Jennifer Malerich (Arizona State University), Denita Acker (The Education Abroad Network), Katerina Holubova (CDS International, Inc.), Emma Jones (Foundation for International Education), Eric Mlyn, (Duke University), Bill Nolting (University of Michigan), & Lesley Robinson (Cross-Cultural Solutions) Show less