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Women’s Initiative Network (WIN)

What is WIN?

The Women’s Initiative Network (WIN) engages over 93,000 Montclair State University alumnae in the intellectual, cultural and educational life of the University. This vibrant community of alumnae and friends inspires and empowers women to become leading volunteers and visionary donors.

“We are excited to grow a supportive network for each other and the mission of Montclair State,” says Jeanne Marano, assistant vice president for Annual Giving and Alumni Engagement. “Join us as we embark on this journey. We are looking for representation across all professional disciplines and from every career stage – from senior executives to young professionals to entrepreneurs.”

The objective of the group is to increase the number of women meaningfully engaged in University programs, empower the next generation of leaders and strengthen ties between and among alumnae and the University through a strong network of women committed to supporting Montclair State.

Women’s History Month

The Office of Alumni Engagement is pleased to invite alumni and friends of the Women’s Initiative Network to a series of events in March in honor of Women’s History Month.

Throwback at the “Rat”

Join us on Friday, March 14 at 6:30 p.m. for a Throwback game night at the 1908 Pub located in the Rathskeller, affectionately known as “the Rat!” Checkout the new space and connect with fellow alumni!

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Sister to Sister: Mixer for Women of Color

Join us on Wednesday, March 26 at 3:00 p.m. for mixer for Women of Color on campus to connect and support one another in achieving our goals and aspirations.

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Previous Events

Leading through the Lens of Wellness

Esteemed alumna Joanne Bowman ’82, who majored in Communication Sciences and Disorders at Montclair and later earned a master’s in Organizational Psychology and Change Leadership from Teachers College, Columbia University, has dedicated her career to human resources and organizational development. During the workshop, Joanne shared insights from her extensive experience, emphasizing the importance of building relationships and embracing change.

What's Your Personal brand?

Tara Chiari, a seasoned Career & Executive Leadership Coach led a leadership development workshop, What’s Your Personal Brand?

Personal Branding is how you package yourself and communicate your unique skills and the value you bring to a team or company. It’s a mix of how you present yourself and how others see you. Building an authentic brand and taking control of it will position you to leave a lasting impression. A personal brand can open pathways to opportunities and boost your career velocity.

In this hands-on and engaging workshop, participants were introduced to personal branding and why it’s essential to your career. A series of practical activities help guide individuals to define their individuality, focus on their values and clarify their purpose. By the end of this workshop, our alumni and friends prepared a compelling Personal Brand Statement and attained a heightened sense of self-awareness towards Personal Image and Executive Presence.

NINJATIME

Alumna Tezeta “Tez” Roro ‘06 shared valuable insights on maximizing daily productivity and pursuing multiple passions without feeling overwhelmed. During the event, participants delved into effective strategies for automating tasks and reducing mental load, gaining valuable tools to strike a harmonious work-life balance. Tez’s guidance provided a fresh perspective to approach each day and hour, offering attendees transformative insights for navigating the complexities of a busy life.


Interested in Joining the Women’s Initiative Network?

If you are interested in joining WIN or serving on the planning committee, please complete this brief survey to us a little about yourself, your interests and thoughts on developing future actives.

Questions?

If you would like additional information regarding the Women’s Initiative Network, or would like to serve on a planning committee, please contact the Office of Alumni Engagement at alumni@expresswayautobody.com or 973-655-4141.

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Sign into MONTCLAIRconnect, your online community that serves as your portal to all things alumni! Search the directory and connect with fellow Red Hawks, join the Women’s Initiative Networking digital group and explore other programs from your school or college. Plus, access all of your favorite benefits, including Gmail for Life, our library of career webinars and workshops, discount codes and more! Signing on is easy. You can even import your LinkedIn profile!