Learn more about the exciting events and speakers you can expect at NCCWSL.
NCCWSL Agenda
May 26-29, 2021 | College Park, MD
Each year, AAUW invites hundreds of college women from around the country for three days of leadership training, inspiration and networking at our National Conference for College Women Student Leaders (NCCWSL).
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Skill-building
Workshops & Panels
NCCWSL offers skill-building workshops that are designed to challenge and inspire you to make an impact on your campus and in your community long after you leave the conference.
Who's Recruiting?
Recruitment Fair
Finding your dream job or the perfect grad program can be daunting. NCCWSL brings recruiters from top schools and employers from around the country directly to you!
2018 Keynote Tarana Burke
Life Lessons
Featured Speakers
Get the chance to meet and hear from groundbreaking women working across a range of fields. Past NCCWSL speakers include feminist author Roxane Gay, founder of the Me Too movement Tarana Burke, and author and global health advocate Chelsea Clinton.
Awarding Greatness
Women of Distinction
Each year, AAUW presents the Woman of Distinction Awards at NCCWSL to recognize women leaders who have made extraordinary accomplishments in their professions or their communities. Past awardees include LGBT activist Sarah McBride, 43rd Treasurer of the US Rosie Rios, first Black female Captain at West Point Simone Askew, and plus-size fashion designer Ashley Nell Tipton.
On the Town
Night Out in DC
Although you’ll be housed at the University of Maryland while you’re at NCCWSL, we want you to have the opportunity to explore the nation’s capital! See the monuments, visit a museum, go shopping in Georgetown, or grab a bite at one of DC’s amazing restaurants — it’s up to you!
Tentative NCCWSL 2021 Schedule
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
Registration |
La Plata MPR |
| 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
Dinner |
The Diner |
| 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
Documentary & DiscussionDoors open at 6:30pm |
Hoff Theater |
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 6:30 AM - 8:30 AM |
Breakfast |
The Diner |
| 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Registration |
La Plata MPR |
| 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
Opening SessionDoors open at 8:30am |
Grand Ballroom, Stamp |
| 10:15 AM - 12:00 PM |
Workshop Session I |
Various, Stamp |
| 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM |
Lunch |
Various, Stamp |
| 1:00 PM - 2:15 PM |
Panel Session I |
Various, Stamp |
| 3:30 PM - 11:00 PM |
Night Out in DC |
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 6:30 AM - 8:30 AM |
Breakfast |
The Diner |
| 8:45 AM - 10:00 AM |
Workshop Session II |
Various, Stamp |
| 10:15 AM - 10:30 AM |
Networking |
Various, Stamp |
| 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM |
Panel Session II |
Various, Stamp |
| 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM |
Lunch |
Various, Stamp |
| 1:30 PM - 2:45 PM |
Workshop Session III |
Various, Stamp |
| 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM |
Networking |
Various, Stamp |
| 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM |
Dinner |
The Diner |
| 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
Women of Distinction Awards CeremonyDoors open at 6:30pm |
Grand Ballroom, Stamp |
| 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
Women of Distinction Awards Reception |
Grand Ballroom, Stamp |
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 6:30 AM - 8:30 AM |
Breakfast |
The Diner |
| 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM |
Keynote SpeakerDoors open at 8:30am |
Grand Ballroom, Stamp |
| 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Bus Loop to/from Campus and College Park Metro Station |
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