Statement of Purpose:
- Affirm the value of all women as leaders
- Empower women to assume personal, professional and institutional leadership roles
- Provide opportunities for women to develop their leadership skills
- Promote a supportive environment for women throughout WSU
In 1993, a small group of faculty women met monthly to discuss leadership issues for women at Washington State University. The meetings were organized by former WSU Administrator Karen DePauw. The following year, the monthly gatherings were open to interested faculty, staff, and students. Meetings were held over WHETS to facilitate the involvement of WSU faculty, staff, and students located throughout the university system. These gatherings provided the beginnings for the WLA and the Forum. Support came from the Provost Office.
For more information about WLA, contact Vickie Chalmers at vchalmer@wsu.edu or 509-335-5573.
The Women's Recognition Luncheon ~ a Forum sister event ~ is sponsored by the Women's Resource Center.
