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The Many Faces of Networking

Posted on June 18, 2019June 18, 2019 by hhumiston in PLEN Alumnae, Rutgers University

Networking. The word itself is enough to cause some to grab their purse and head for the hills. The idea of nervously navigating a dimly lit hotel conference space with strangers and a flimsy name-badge (that keeps falling off) is just too much to fathom, especially after a long day at the office. I’m here … Continue reading The Many Faces of Networking →

PLEN Announces Discussions with Women Leaders on Capitol Hill and in Energy Policy

Posted on December 21, 2018December 21, 2018 by plennetwork1 in All Posts, Press Release

PLEN Announces Discussions with Women Leaders on Capitol Hill and in Energy Policy As part of the Leadership Connection Series, PLEN is bringing college women and women leaders in Washington, D.C. to discuss staff diversity on Capitol Hill and women’s leadership in energy policy WASHINGTON, DC, December 20, 2018 - In celebration of its 40th … Continue reading PLEN Announces Discussions with Women Leaders on Capitol Hill and in Energy Policy →

Becoming an Agent of Change

Posted on October 31, 2018October 31, 2018 by hhumiston in 40 Weeks of PLEN, Mount Saint Mary's University

Jessica Lopez wouldn't have been in Washington, DC if her friend hadn't encouraged her to go to PLEN. Since her seminar, she has continued to mentor the next generation of leaders and teach them the importance of civic engagement.

PLEN Inspired My Dedication to Public Service

Posted on October 24, 2018 by hhumiston in 40 Weeks of PLEN, Barnard College, Women in STEM Policy

Now the Chief of Staff of NYU's Wagner School, Christina wouldn't have followed her career in public service if she hadn't attended PLEN.

PLEN Launches New Series to Celebrate 40 Years of Connecting Women Leaders

Posted on October 11, 2018October 12, 2018 by hhumiston in Press Release

The Leadership Connection Series will bring together college women from across the country and women leaders in Washington, D.C. for critical policy discussions WASHINGTON, DC, October 10, 2018 - In celebration of its 40th anniversary, PLEN is launching the Leadership Connection Series, which will feature women leaders who have led policy change in some of … Continue reading PLEN Launches New Series to Celebrate 40 Years of Connecting Women Leaders →

Focusing on What Unifies Us

Posted on September 28, 2018 by hhumiston in 40 Weeks of PLEN, Women, Law, and Legal Advocacy

Jenny and Wintta are on opposite sides of the political spectrum, but their friendship shows the importance of connecting with and learning from people of all backgrounds and perspectives.