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Rutgers Institute for Women's Leadership The Institute for Women's Leadership at Rutgers University-New Brunswick. Founded in 1991.

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Last weekend, Dr. Roxane Gay, the Gloria Steinem Chair in Media, Culture and Feminist Studies at Rutgers University, hos...
06/24/2026

Last weekend, Dr. Roxane Gay, the Gloria Steinem Chair in Media, Culture and Feminist Studies at Rutgers University, hosted “Belonging: A Black Writers' Convening.”

This powerful gathering brought together writers across genres and career stages for thoughtful, curated conversations on entering, navigating, and finding success in the publishing industry. Throughout the day, attendees connected with one another, engaging in mentorship and community.

The program featured five candid panels with industry experts, as well as drop-in AMA sessions with published authors.

Speakers included:
📚Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah
📚Rachel Cargle
📚Brittney Cooper
📚Roxane Gay
📚Jasmine Guillory
📚Morgan Jerkins
📚Kiese Laymon
📚Tanya McKinnon
📚Savala Nolan
📚Denne Michele Norris
📚Adenike Olanrewaju
📚Deesha Philyaw
📚Maurice Carlos Ruffin
📚Rion Amilcar Scott
📚Jacqueline Woodson

Special thanks to the incredible ASL interpreters from Karasch and to Word Book Stores for making each speaker’s books available to attendees.

This event is produced by The Rumpus, the RAGE Lab, and the Gloria Steinem Chair at Rutgers, an innovative collaboration among the Institute for Women’s Leadership, Rutgers University School of Communication and Information, and the Department of Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, Rutgers University at Rutgers School of Arts and Sciences.

06/19/2026

Signed into federal law via the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act on June 17, 2021, Juneteenth marks the day in 1865 when the last enslaved African Americans learned of their freedom, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. It signifies both the end of slavery and a pivotal moment in the ongoing pursuit of freedom, justice, and equality in America.

Your life is shaped by your participation. What plans are you putting in place to make your dreams a reality? ✨Graphic ...
06/14/2026

Your life is shaped by your participation. What plans are you putting in place to make your dreams a reality? ✨

Graphic and quote by: briannapastor

Attention Rutgers University alumni! If you are looking for: 🟣One-on-one mentoring🟣Networking opportunities🟣Industry ins...
06/05/2026

Attention Rutgers University alumni! If you are looking for:

🟣One-on-one mentoring
🟣Networking opportunities
🟣Industry insights

Apply for the Alison R. Bernstein Media Mentoring Program (ARBMMP)! This nine-month career development program links recent graduates with accomplished professionals in media. This opportunity is open to all qualifying individuals regardless of their s*x, gender, or gender identity.

Learn more and apply to be a mentor or mentee at bit.ly/ARBMMP.

The ARBMMP is presented by the Institute for Women’s Leadership and the Rutgers University School of Communication and Information.

🚨 Last chance to register! Only a few spots remain🚨SATURDAY, JUNE 20: Join Dr. Roxane Gay, the Gloria Steinem Endowed Ch...
06/03/2026

🚨 Last chance to register! Only a few spots remain🚨

SATURDAY, JUNE 20: Join Dr. Roxane Gay, the Gloria Steinem Endowed Chair in Media, Culture and Feminist Studies at Rutgers University, for “Belonging: A Black Writers' Convening.”

This powerful gathering will bring together Black writers across genres and career stages for curated conversations and panel discussions on the publishing industry. Attendees will have opportunities to build meaningful connections in an environment where creative collaborations are encouraged.

Register today to secure your spot! tinyurl.com/convene26

This event is produced by The Rumpus and the Gloria Steinem Chair at Rutgers, an innovative collaboration among the Institute for Women’s Leadership, Rutgers University School of Communication and Information, and the Department of Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, Rutgers University at Rutgers School of Arts and Sciences.

Congratulations to IWL Leadership Scholar Kayla Tutten ✨🎓The Leadership Scholars Program at the Institute for Women’s Le...
06/02/2026

Congratulations to IWL Leadership Scholar Kayla Tutten ✨🎓

The Leadership Scholars Program at the Institute for Women’s Leadership is a two-year, 19-credit, interdisciplinary certificate that prepares Rutgers University undergraduates to be informed, innovative, and socially responsible leaders.

Congratulations to IWL Leadership Scholar Keya Thakkar ✨🎓The Leadership Scholars Program at the Institute for Women’s Le...
06/01/2026

Congratulations to IWL Leadership Scholar Keya Thakkar ✨🎓

The Leadership Scholars Program at the Institute for Women’s Leadership is a two-year, 19-credit, interdisciplinary certificate that prepares Rutgers University undergraduates to be informed, innovative, and socially responsible leaders.

Congratulations to IWL Leadership Scholar Hannah Storch ✨🎓The Leadership Scholars Program at the Institute for Women’s L...
05/31/2026

Congratulations to IWL Leadership Scholar Hannah Storch ✨🎓

The Leadership Scholars Program at the Institute for Women’s Leadership is a two-year, 19-credit, interdisciplinary certificate that prepares Rutgers University undergraduates to be informed, innovative, and socially responsible leaders.

Congratulations to IWL Leadership Scholar Meredith Simms ✨🎓The Leadership Scholars Program at the Institute for Women’s ...
05/30/2026

Congratulations to IWL Leadership Scholar Meredith Simms ✨🎓

The Leadership Scholars Program at the Institute for Women’s Leadership is a two-year, 19-credit, interdisciplinary certificate that prepares Rutgers University undergraduates to be informed, innovative, and socially responsible leaders.

Congratulations to IWL Leadership Scholar Shilpi Shah✨🎓The Leadership Scholars Program at the Institute for Women’s Lead...
05/29/2026

Congratulations to IWL Leadership Scholar Shilpi Shah✨🎓

The Leadership Scholars Program at the Institute for Women’s Leadership is a two-year, 19-credit, interdisciplinary certificate that prepares Rutgers University undergraduates to be informed, innovative, and socially responsible leaders.

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