KALAMAZOO, Mich. - Western Michigan University is thrilled to announce "The Beauregard Excellence in Women's Sports: Evening of Empowerment," a groundbreaking event dedicated to empowering and celebrating the achievements of female student-athletes. This evening promises an enriching experience for our student-athletes to engage with professionals in their respective fields, connect with women from the local community, and gain inspiration from influential leaders within the WMU community.

Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, March 19th
Time: 5:15 pm Cocktail Hour, 6:15 pm Dinner and Program
Location: Radisson Plaza Hotel
 
Event Highlights:

• Networking Opportunities: Female student-athletes will have the chance to interact with professionals aligned with their studies, fostering connections that extend beyond the sports arena.

 

• Inspiring Speakers: Distinguished leaders within the WMU & Kalamazoo community will share their insights, motivating all attendees to pursue success on their own terms.

 

• Sponsorship Opportunity: Guests can sponsor a student-athlete meal during the registration process, contributing to the overall success of the event.

 

• Empowering Women Panel:  Event includes a panel discussion featuring accomplished women who have made significant contributions in their respective fields. The panel will be moderated by Dr. Candy McCorkle, WMU VP of Diversity and Inclusion. The panelists include:

• Marla Atkinson, VP, Chief Nursing Officer, Bronson Methodist Hospital
• Consuelo Shank, Vice President, Client & Community Relations Director, PNC Bank
• Cindy Scharns, Owner, Branch Gymnastics
• Pysche Terry, Co-Founder and CEO, UI Global Brands
• Toni Will, General Manager/Governor, Kalamazoo Wings
• Elizabeth Washington, Executive Director, Northside Association for Community Development

 "Celebrating the history of women's empowerment within the Bronco Athletic Department and the Western Michigan University community was never meant to be only a one-year event," said WMU Director of Athletics, Dan Bartholomae. "We are thrilled to be gathering an exceptional group of women leaders from our community for a night of empowering the young women that represent our athletic program in a first-class manner.  Many thanks to the Bronco Athletic Fund, Dr. Candy McCorkle, and the event committee for their efforts on this important night."

"I am extremely excited to be a part of this event," said Logan Case, a senior on the WMU Volleyball team. "As a fifth-year senior whose time as a WMU athlete is coming to a close, having the opportunity to learn from and see female leaders who are successful in their unique craft and career path will be so inspiring and beneficial to me as well as my teammates and peers."

"I am honored to moderate this empowering women panel, and I believe that through dialogue, we can create unity that inspires others," said Dr. Candy McCorkle. "I am looking forward to this celebration of strength and the unwavering spirit of women."
 
This event is an unparalleled opportunity to celebrate the achievements of women in community and beyond. We look forward to your participation in "The Beauregard Excellence in Women's Sports: Evening of Empowerment."
 
Those wishing to attend can register in advance online.
  
About The Beauregard Excellence in Women's Sports
The Beauregard Excellence in Women's Sports initiative at WMU is dedicated to fostering empowerment, inclusivity, and success for female student-athletes. Through events like the Evening of Empowerment, the program aims to inspire and equip women to thrive in their chosen fields. For more information or to support, click here.