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SPEAKING AT THE WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE

Posted: May 16th, 2010 | Author: Sarah Siewert | Filed under: My Passions | No Comments »

First, I must say, it was surreal to lead a session at a conference particularly this one. I have attended quite a few conferences where I was a participant in the audience diligently taking notes, and straining to read PowerPoint presentations. While I have experience talking to large groups (300 people), this was the first time I would position myself as an “expert” and hopefully a resource for others. It was also the first time I attended this conference as a professional rather than a student after graduating a mere six months ago.

As I have alluded to, the Women’s Leadership Conference (WLC) and I share a special history. When I was a wide-eyed freshman at MSU looking for opportunities to be involved on campus I saw a flyer for

the conference. I thought, “I’m a woman and I like leading” so I registered hoping it would be worth my Sunday aka day to catch up on a week’s worth of homework. Needless to say, it was. I spent that day in 2004 with hundreds of other women learning about leadership (duh), but also women’s issues, my personality, setting goals, and being assertive in sessions led by MSU faculty and staff, and community members. I was able to meet other students, learn about new ideas, and be inspired by the keynote speaker over dinner.


Every year, the WLC has a banner with the conference theme on it that each attendee signs. Banners from previous years are on display. Here I am pointing to my signature on the 2004 “Lead, Follow or Get Out of the Way” banner.

But, my most notable memory of the day was seeing students wearing matching shirts passing out evaluations, introducing speakers and running from room to room. During the closing remarks, I learned they were the conference planning committee. Where do I sign up??

Thus began my relationship with the WLC planning committee, now known as the Women’s Initiative for Leadership Development (WILD) who has a mission “To inspire and prepare the women [students] of Michigan State University to become leaders on our campus, in our communities, and for our world.” I served on the committee for three years, two of which as co-chair. I was able to meet and work with amazing women who ranged from freshmen to graduate students all studying for varying degrees and all offering a refreshing perspective on life and leadership.

My signature on 2005’s “Leadership is NOT a Spectator Sport”

This year, when I was asked to come back as a speaker I wasn’t convinced I had a topic to contribute. But as the WILD adviser, and one of my own personal mentors, said “we can all learn from each other and turn our passions, interests, skills and lessons learned into a session proposal.” After some thought, I realized I experienced what many, if not all, students experience in the form of the “what am I going to do with my life?” question.

I started my undergraduate career majoring in zoology convinced I would become a veterinarian. In case you haven’t noticed, I am a PR professional now. Making that transition was a journey for me. In my session called “Declared, Undecided or Simply Unsure?” I shared my personal story, and some tips and resources for students struggling with answering that looming question.

2006 “Woman by Chance, Leader by Choice”

The presentation alone may not make complete sense, and I hope it doesn’t. PowerPoints are meant to supplement a presentation, not give it. My message was about discovering your passions through student leadership, networking, and evaluating your strengths, weaknesses and interests. Though some MSU resources were included, my presentation was less academic and more self-reflective.

One of the main points was that getting involved in organizations on campus can help you find your niche. At MSU you would be hard-pressed to think of a club that doesn’t already exist. Joining organizations that relate to your major, or even a field you are interested in, exposes you to the profession and opportunity for hands-on experience. I may have started on a path towards becoming a veterinarian and a part of the Pre-Vet Club, but I have always been a communicator, writer and event planner at heart. At the first meeting I attended for PRSSA (Public Relations Student Society of America) I realized I was “among my people” and wanted to know anything and everything about PR. I was awakened to the fact that I could turn some of my strongest skills into a career. Through my presentation I hoped to inspire others to take a step towards finding their “ah-hah” moments too.

2007 “Leadership…Pass It On!”

Speaking at the conference this November, four years after my first ever WLC, I was able to appreciate the path I have taken and will continue to take discovering my life passions. I returned again as a participant watching the women in matching shirts work the registration table, collect evaluations and introduce speakers like me.

Signing the 2008 banner "Leadership Unexercised is Leadership Forfeited" Signing the 2008 banner “Leadership Unexercised is Leadership Forfeited”How did you figure out what you wanted to “do” with your life? Are you in a profession that relates to your major?

I would like to dedicate this post to my mentors and friends Jodi, Nicolas (and his wife Susan) for their inspiration, guidance and support on my journey to discover my passions.



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