Women*s Initiative for Leadership Development

The Women*s Initiative for Leadership Development (or WILD) is a student leadership initiative facilitated by the office of Women*s Student Services at Michigan State University. The vision of WILD is to connect, engage, and prepare women* students at MSU to be agents of social change on campus, in the community, and for broader society.

There are two components of WILD

1. The WILD Conference - a day-long leadership development conference with breakout sessions, workshops, keynote speakers, and a networking lunch, and,
2. WILD Workshops (on Thursday evenings) - a 6-week leadership workshop series held twice during the academic year, before the WILD Conference in the fall and in the spring.

Interested in presenting a workshop or educational session at WILD? Please complete the Google Form located here or scan the QR code below. Proposals are due by September 15th. Email wss@msu.edu with any questions.

 

 

 

This Year's WILD Conference Theme is Amplify: Community, Culture, and Collaboration

Community: Through common interests, attitudes, and goals we’re able to form unique and diverse communities within MSU and the broader Lansing community. Through these communities, we come together to advocate for shared passions, form connections, and learn from one another.

• What does WILD stand for?

  WILD stands for Women*s Initiative for Leadership Development.

   

• When and where is the WILD Conference?

  The 2022 Conference is scheduled for Sunday, November 6, 2022. A detailed schedule of the events that day will be posted to our website, msuwildconference.com. It will show all of the presenter information, topics, and info about our keynote speakers.

   

• What is the schedule for the WILD 2022 Conference?

  The schedule for the WILD 2022 Conference on Sunday, 11/06/22 will be:

  11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Check-in

  11:30AM - 12:30 PM Opening & Student Keynote with served lunch

  12:30 PM - 12:40 PM Bio Break & Networking Opportunity

  12:40 PM - 1:40 PM Breakout Session Block #1

  1:40 PM - 1:50 PM Bio Break & Networking Opportunity

  1:50 PM - 2:50 PM Breakout Session Block #2

  2:50 PM - 3:00 PM Bio Break & Networking Opportunity

  3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Keynote Address with Coffee & Cookies

  4:00 PM - 4:30 PM Closing

• Who can attend this conference?

  All undergraduate and graduate students, staff, faculty, or alumni in the MSU community that are interested in leadership development associated with gender equity are welcome to attend. Space is limited.

   

• How much does it cost to attend WILD 2021?

  ALL MSU students will receive a sponsored registration. Faculty, staff, and non-MSU students will pay a $25 registration fee. Registration is now open on EventBrite. Please click here.

• How do I register for the WILD Conference?

  Registration is open now linked here!

• I do not identify as a woman. Am I allowed to attend this conference?

  YES! The goal of the WILD Conference and Women's Student Services is support all students in working toward an empowering and equitable community on campus. We recognize that gender is a social construct often used to exclude or oppress. We prefer an expansive and inclusive view of gender, and welcome all who identify as cis, trans, and genderqueer into the WILD Conference and Women*s Student Services events.

   

• Who are the keynote speakers?

  The 2022 Keynote Speaker will be announced SOON!

• What should I wear to the WILD Conference?

  Whatever you want! We will have an opportunity for networking and professional headshots, so whatever you want to wear for that.

   

• I have questions about this conference. Who should I contact?

  You can contact the staff of Women*s Student Services by calling +1 517-432-7555 or by emailing us at wss@msu.edu.

   

• How do I stay up to date with this conference?

  You can stay informed about the keynote, educational sessions, and other aspects of WILD by following us through Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!

  Throughout the day of the conference, we encourage you to share your experience on social media! Tag us at #MSUWILDConference or #MSUWILD2022, and we will feature you on our social media channels. Additionally, share pictures of the promotional materials we send you!

  The conference planning committee is finalizing a Google Drive Folder for the conference that will be shared with all attendees directly before the conference. Included in this folder will be an interactive schedule, tips for Zoom, and materials from presenters.