Student Cohort Information

Being a member of the WLI student cohort has provided opportunities to learn from other women in the community, both peers and advisors, that have inspired and fueled my ambitions to succeed in my passions. - Julia Noel

 

Fall: Leadership Presence

How do I strengthen my voice, presence, and confidence as a leader?

September

09/11/2026 - Friday

Welcome Communication from Dr. Amanda Guinot Talbot, Director | Women's Leadership Institute


09/25/2026 - Friday

Orientation: Building Confidence, Connection, and Community
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
IN-PERSON - TechSmith


09/28/2026 - Monday

Coffee Hour #1 - Connecting with Your Support System with the WLI Executive Board
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
VIRTUAL


09/30/2026 - Wednesday

Cluster Conversation #1 - The Confidence Gap: The space between who you are and who you believe you can become
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
VIRTUAL

October

10/08/2026 - Thursday

Skill Builder #1 - Communicate with Confidence: Speaking with clarity, purpose, and influence
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
IN-PERSON (location TBD)


10/13/2026 - Tuesday

Cluster Conversation #2 - Leading Through Uncertainty: How leaders navigate ambiguity, setbacks, and complexity
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
VIRTUAL


10/20/2026 - Tuesday

Check-In #1 - Reflection & Realignment w/Dr. Amanda Guinot Talbot
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
IN-PERSON (location TBD)

November

11/04/2026 - Wednesday

Skill Builder #2 - Courageous Conversations: Managing conflict with confidence and authenticity
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
IN-PERSON (location TBD)


11/11/2026 - Wednesday

Fall Kick-Off - Leadership Presence and Impact: From Student to Professional
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
IN-PERSON (location TBD)


11/12/2026 - Thursday

Brunch with the WLI Executive Board
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
IN-PERSON (location TBD)


11/19/2026 - Thursday

Coffee Hour #2 - Connecting with Your Support System with the WLI Executive Board
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
VIRTUAL


11/20/2026 - Friday

Check-In #2 - Confidence in Action w/Dr. Amanda Guinot Talbot
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
IN-PERSON (location TBD)

December

12/01/2026 - Tuesday

WLI Social Hour
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
IN-PERSON (location TBD)

 

Spring: Leadership Impact

How do I work with others to create meaningful change?

January

01/22/2027 - Friday

Welcome Back Communication from Dr. Amanda Guinot Talbot, Director | Women's Leadership Institute


01/25/2027 - Monday

Coffee Hour #1 - Connecting with your Support System with the WLI Executive Board
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
VIRTUAL

February

02/09/2027 - Tuesday

Cluster Conversation #1 - Leading from wherever you are
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
VIRTUAL


02/19/2027 - Friday

Skill Builder #1 - Strategic Influence
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
IN-PERSON (location TBD)

March

03/03/2027 - Wednesday

Cluster Conversation #2 - Making change in complex systems
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
VIRTUAL


03/16/2027 - Tuesday

Check-In #1 - Purpose in Motion w/Dr. Amanda Guinot Talbot
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
IN-PERSON (location TBD)

April

04/08/2027 - Thursday

Skill Builder #2 - Collaboration That Works
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
IN-PERSON (location TBD)


04/14/2027 or 04/15/2027

Spring Capstone Celebration - Leadership Impact: How do I work with others to create meaningful change?
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
IN-PERSON (location TBD)


04/22/2027 - Thursday

Coffee Hour #2 - Connecting with your Support System with the WLI Executive Board
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
VIRTUAL


04/23/2027 - Friday

Check-In #2 - Leadership Legacy w/Dr. Amanda Guinot Talbot
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
IN-PERSON (location TBD)


MSU programs and activities are not restricted based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin or other protected personal identity. This program is open to students without restriction or preference based on protected personal identity. The WLI welcomes full participation of all interested students regardless of sex.