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Denhollander Unpacks the Challenges of Advocacy at 2024 Women’s Summit

Annika Engelbrecht and Angelina Li • February 4, 2024

Rachael Denhollander learned firsthand that while advocacy is supremely important, it also comes at a cost.

Rachael Denhollander to Deliver Keynote Address at 2024 Women’s Summit

Lucy Freeman • January 19, 2024

Rachael Denhollander, an attorney, former gymnast, and advocate against sexual abuse, is set to deliver the keynote address at Boston College’s annual Women’s Summit on Feb. 3.

2023 Women’s Summit Keynote Speaker Details Family Impact on Her Career in Journalism

Karyl Clifford and Lucy Freeman • February 5, 2023

On Saturday, the BC Women’s Center held its first fully in-person Women’s Summit in two years. The event featured workshops and panel discussions that aimed to empower attendees and engage in meaningful conversations, according to the Women's Summit website.

Shereen Marisol Meraji To Deliver Keynote Address at 2023 Women’s Summit

Olivia Joung • January 24, 2023

Shereen Marisol Meraji, a journalist and co-host of NPR’s Code Switch podcast, is slotted to deliver the keynote address at Boston College’s first fully in-person Women’s Summit in two years.

2022 Women’s Summit Features Slam Poet, Environmental Activist

Beth Verghese and Sofia Laboy • February 6, 2022

The BC Women’s Center held its eighth Women’s Summit virtually this Saturday. The event aimed to empower attendees through workshops, speeches, and discussions.

Environmental Activist and Slam Poet to Speak at 2022 Virtual Women’s Summit

Gabby Savo and Sofia Laboy • January 31, 2022

The 2022 Boston College Women’s Summit, which is set to take place on Feb. 5, will be jam-packed with keynote speakers, workshops, and the opportunity to build new relationships and skills.

BLM Co-Founder, Sexual Violence Awareness Advocate to be Keynote Speakers at 2021 Women’s Summit

Erin Shannon • January 31, 2021

The 2021 Boston College Women’s Summit will feature two keynote speakers—Black Lives Matter co-founder Patrisse Cullors and sexual violence awareness advocate Chanel Miller—as the annual event, which takes place this year on Feb. 6, transitions to a virtual format.