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2023 Women & Philanthropy SymposiumAPRIL 18–20

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Event Details

Women have been among MSU’s philanthropic leaders for decades and today, the number of Spartan women who are supporting causes and providing philanthropic leadership at Michigan State University is on the rise.

This multi-day event hosted by MSU’s Office of Women & Philanthropy will bring together a community of women interested in forming a strong network, interacting with university leadership and discussing ways they can empower Spartan women and have a lasting impact at Michigan State University.

April 18 | 5:30 p.m. Welcome Reception
Graduate East Lansing

April 18 | 7:30 p.m. TINA: The Tina Turner Musical
Group tickets available for purchase during event registration.
Wharton Center for Performing Arts

April 19 | 8:30 a.m.  4:30 p.m. Symposium Program
A full day of programming—including keynote speakers, panel discussions and campus tours. Breakfast and lunch included.
MSU Campus

April 19 | 6 p.m. Strolling Dinner
Cowles House

April 20 | 9 a.m. Igniting Women Leaders Breakfast
Co-hosted with the Women's Leadership Institute featuring the Student Cohort.
Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center


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    Date & Time

    Tuesday, April 18, 2023 | Thursday, April 20, 2023

  2. [icon: map] Venue & Address

    Various locations on campus.

  3. [icon: money] Price

    The cost of the symposium is $75 per person and includes all meals, transportation to and from the hotel and event programming.

  4. [icon: star] Special Guest(s)

    Teresa K. Woodruff, Ph.D., Interim President, Michigan State University

    Kim Tobin, Ph.D., Vice President University Advancement, Michigan State University

    Beth Nelson, Chief Client Officer, Plus Delta Partners

  5. [icon: info] Note

    RSVP by Wednesday, April 12. 

    A block of rooms has been held at the Graduate East Lansing. For best availability, and to receive a discounted rate, please make your reservation by April 3.

    Graduate East Lansing
    Group rate: $119 per night
    Group code: 2026371
    (517) 348-0900

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    MSU encourages all individuals to participate in our events. If you require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this event, please contact events@msu.edu or (517) 884-1046.

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