"LEAD Formidably" featuring guest speaker Elisabeth Griffith

Wednesday, March 20  |  12 p.m.

Chamberlain Student Center  |  Eynon Ballroom

YOU are invited to an empowering and insightful event hosted by the Women's Alliance Network (WAN)

"LEAD Formidably" will feature guest speaker Elisabeth Griffith – historian, professor, and author of groundbreaking books "Formidable: American Women and the Fight for Equality" and “In Her Own Right: The Life of Elizabeth Cady Stanton.”

Gain valuable insights and wisdom from Elisabeth Griffith, a trailblazer in her own right, as she shares her profound knowledge on the struggle of Black and White women to achieve their equal rights. Join us as we delve into the inspiring stories of American women who have fearlessly fought for equality and shaped history.

Let’s celebrate Women’s History Month together with this deep dive into recognizing the strength and resilience of our forebearers and, in turn, recognize the strength and resilience that lies within each of us!

Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to be part of "LEAD Formidably" and celebrate the strength and potential within all of us. Mark your calendars, and we'll see you on March 20! 

Please note: We invite all attendees to arrive starting at 11:20 a.m. prior to the event beginning prompty at 12 p.m.

More about Elisabeth Griffith:

"Historian Elisabeth Griffith is an academic, activist, author, and expert on American women’s history.  Her biography of suffragist Elizabeth Cady Stanton, IN HER OWN RIGHT (Oxford, 1983), was hailed by both Oprah and the Wall Street Journal as “one of the five best books on women’s history.” It was the basis of Ken Burns’ documentary on Stanton and Anthony, NOT FOR OURSELVES ALONE, his only film about women’s history.

According to the Los Angeles Times, Betsy’s new book, FORMIDABLE: AMERICAN WOMEN AND THE FIGHT FOR EQUALITY, 1920-2020 (Pegasus, 2022), is a “thorough and thoughtful” account of the struggles of white and Black women to expand their rights. The New York Times review found FORMIDABLE an “engaging, relevant, sweeping chronicle. [Griffith delivers a] multiracial, inclusive timeline of the struggles and triumphs of both Black and white women. A profoundly illuminating tour de force.”

A graduate of Wellesley College with a doctorate from American University, Betsy has been teaching women’s history for forty years. She has marched for women’s rights since the 1970s, worked with the National Women’s Political Caucus and led the Women’s Campaign Fund, a bipartisan political action committee for women candidates. Her twenty-two-year tenure as headmistress of the Madeira School, a girls’ boarding and day school in McLean, Virginia, earned the Washington Post’s Distinguished Educational Leadership Award. A member of the Society of American Historians and Veteran Feminists of America, she has been a Kennedy Fellow at Harvard and a Klingenstein Fellow at Columbia."  

WAN is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Our public events and opportunities are open to all members of the Rowan extended community, regardless of gender identity.

WAN Wellness Wonderland

Wednesday, February 28  |  5 p.m.

The ChopHouse | 4 Lakeview Drive, Gibbsboro, NJ 08026

The Women's Alliance Network at Rowan University presents our Wellness Wonderland event!

Please join the WAN community for an exploration of new opportunities to expand your own unique wellness journey in 2024. Come meet and mingle with 2 experts in their field:

• Elsie Kearns, co-founder of the Infinite Possibilities Center in Marlton, NJ.Elsie is an Advance Energy Medicine Practitioner and Energy Intuitive. She has been teaching effective stress solutions to individuals and in the workplace for over 30 years. Learn about the latest technology, Energy Enhancement System and other services available at the center.  
• Mia Nigrelli, Certified Life Coach. With a compassionate and intuitive approach, Mia empowers clients to overcome obstacles, cultivate healthy habits and achieve their goals. Make some positive changes in 2024.

WAN is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Our public events and opportunities are open to all members of the Rowan extended community, regardless of gender identity.

WAN Around the World Cook-off Competition

Friday, February 16  |  12 p.m.

Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine

Academic Center  |  Multipurpose Room

We’re thrilled to host our second annual Around the World Cook-off Competition on Friday, February 16! Join the Women’s Alliance Network at the Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine (SOM) for this fun, foodie-focused networking event. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in the cookout competition by bringing their own prepared dishes to share with members of the Rowan University community... or just by enjoying them!  

We invite you to share your unique food traditions with colleagues. Rowan-affiliated faculty, staff and students from all campuses are welcome to sign up for the competition. These traditions can be ethnic, cultural, familial, departmental, individual— all intersections of identities and experiences are welcome. 

The event will also feature keynote speaker Ms. Carla Granger, Rowan-Virtua SOM Assistant Dean of Administration. Ms. Granger will share her own unique recipe and story with event attendees. Then, event participants will have the chance to taste various dishes and exchange business cards. For those competing, there will be a first, second, and thrid prize available & anyone attending the event in-person will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite. Additionally, all community members who bring their business card to the event can enter into an in-person raffle for a prize. 

WAN would like to express our gratitude to TD Bank, as well as to the following community partner for helping to bring this event to life: Bottino’s Shoprite.

Empowering Winter Social: Women’s Alliance Network and Mentorship

Friday, December 8 | 3:30 p.m.

William Heritage Winery | 480 Mullica Hill Rd., Mullica Hill, NJ 08062

Join us for a gathering at William Heritage Winery to learn more about the networking opportunities available through the Women’s Alliance Network at Rowan University. We invite all current (and future) WAN members to meet with us at this event to exchange ideas and to enhance our connections. To those individuals who are participating in the WAN Mentorship Program, we hope to see you and/or your mentee at this event as well!

Leadership Talk: Empowering Progress: The Honorable Pamela R. Lampitt’s Journey to Advancing Women’s Rights in New Jersey & Beyond

Wednesday, November 8 | 5:00 p.m.

Chamberlain Student Center | Eynon Ballroom

This fall’s Leadership Talk: "Empowering Progress: The Honorable Pamela R. Lampitt's Journey to Advancing Women's Rights in New Jersey and Beyond," leads us to better understand Assemblywoman Lampitt’s journey: gaining insights into the power of advocacy, the significance of legislative action and the pivotal role of leadership in shaping a more equitable world.

Assemblywoman Pamela R. Lampitt (District 6) has played a key role in Equal Pay Legislation, as prime sponsor of the Diane B. Allen Equal Pay Act, which requires employers to provide equal pay to workers who perform substantially similar work.

Her platform and voting record impact and promoting policies that support gender equality, paid family leave, protections against gender-based discrimination, advocacy for women's healthcare rights and strengthening workplace protections for victims of sexual harassment.

In addition to her legislative work, Assemblywoman Lampitt has been an active supporter of women's organizations and initiatives in her community. She has participated in events and activities aimed at empowering women and promoting gender diversity in leadership positions. Her work has helped to advance the rights and opportunities of women in New Jersey and beyond. The Women's Alliance Network is very excited to welcome Assemblywoman Pamela R. Lampitt to the Rowan University campus!

WAN would like to express our gratitude to TD Bank, as well as the following campus partners for helping to bring this event to life: The Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and the Women of Color Alliance.

Aging Successfully: Dr. Rachel Pruchno

Wednesday, October 25 | 1:00 p.m.

Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine

Academic Center | Multipurpose Room

Join the Women’s Alliance Network for an insightful conversation about the keys to aging successfully featuring keynote speaker Dr. Rachel Pruchno, an endowed chair and professor of medicine in the Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine, and moderator Dr. Esther Deblinger, professor of psychiatry and founding co-director of the CARES Institute at Rowan Medicine. 

Dr. Rachel Pruchno is a psychologist with a keen interest in researching and studying the art of aging. She is currently working on her next project – a book titled Thrive! Aging Successfully in the 21st Century – as the culmination of research she has conducted over the past 15 years. Thrive! will make readers question what they think they know about the later years and empower them to make changes that will enable them to age successfully. While dozens of books tell readers how to improve their health and increase longevity, Thrive! is the first book written for lay people that distinguishes health and longevity from successful aging. Readers will learn how people aging successfully think, what they do and how they interact with others. 

For over 35 years, Dr. Esther Deblinger has been engaged in clinical work, training and research focusing on the amelioration of the negative effects of childhood trauma on youth and their families. More recently, Dr. Deblinger has focused her efforts on developing and evaluating the efficacy of educational programming designed to reduce burnout and secondary traumatic stress among mental health professionals in the field. 

WAN would like to express our gratitude to TD Bank, as well as the following campus partner for helping to bring this event to life: Rowan-Virtua CARES Institute.

World Mental Health Day: Health for All

Tuesday, October 10 | 9:30 a.m.

Chamberlain Student Center | Eynon Ballroom

Unite with the Women's Alliance Network for a special occasion as we welcome Dr. Charryse Johnson on World Mental Health Day. Dr. Johnson, an esteemed author, keynote speaker, and seasoned psychotherapist, will generously share her wisdom, insights, and practical techniques for nurturing holistic well-being.

Diving into the convergence of integrative wellness, neuroscience, and mental health, Dr. Johnson brings a unique perspective. The Women's Alliance Network cordially invites you to engage in a profound conversation about the current landscape of mental health, seen through a neurobiological and non-pathological lens. This enlightening presentation will uncover the advantages of holistic and neurorelational strategies that incorporate cultural sensitivity, mindfulness, inclusivity, and spiritual harmony. By intertwining these dimensions, we forge a comprehensive approach that dismantles stigma, fosters community strength, and minimizes shame.

Several Rowan University departments will also be available to provide resources to attendees. A limited number of Dr. Johnson's book, "Expired Mindsets" will be distributed. There will be an opportunity for a book signing as well as additional books available for purchase at the conclusion of this event.

WAN would like to express our gratitude to TD Bank, as well as the following campus partners for helping to bring this event to life: The Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, the Division of Information Resources & Technology (IRT), the Rowan University Wellness Center, Rowan Campus Rec and the Office of Social Justice, Inclusion and Conflict Resolution (SJICR).

WAN Open House

Thursday, September 14 | 10 a.m.

Chamberlain Student Center | Eynon Ballroom

Join us for the Women's Alliance Network (WAN) Open House, where we will celebrate the voices and values of our special programs, centers, departments, and specialty support areas that contribute to the richness of our campus here at Rowan University. 

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment that empowers one another to thrive personally, academically, and professionally. Together, we can make a difference and create a thriving community where every voice is heard, valued and supported.

Event Highlights:

1. Welcoming Remarks and Introduction: The Open House will begin with warm welcomes and an introduction to the Women's Alliance Network. Learn about our mission, objectives, and how we aim to create a nurturing community at Rowan.
2. Networking Opportunities: Engage and connect with fellow students, faculty, and staff members who share common interests and goals. This is a perfect chance to build lasting connections and support systems.
3. Showcase your center or special program as a resource: Departments across the University are invited to display information about their important role on campus while also exploring various resources available at Rowan University, including mentorship programs, and women-focused organizations.
4. Refreshments and Socializing: Enjoy light refreshments as you continue to connect with new acquaintances, network, and foster meaningful friendships.

WAN would like to express our gratitude to TD Bank for helping to bring this event to life.