Five Livingstone College Women Received Full Scholarships to Attend National Conference

Livingstone College has five students who will attend the American Association of University Women’s (AAUW) leadership signature program, the National Collegiate Conference of Women Student Leaders (NCCWSL), at the University of Maryland College Park from May 30 to June 1, 2024.

Natasha Campbell, Gianna Brown, Mia Mason, Da’Niyah Shelby, and Kenniya Wilson received full scholarships from the national body after submitting applications, and Natasha Campbell received a travel stipend from the local AAUW Branch. Natasha said, “I am so excited to engage in this leadership opportunity. I’m appreciative of AAUW on both the national and local level for this opportunity to develop myself as a growing professional with leadership potential.”

The mission of AAUW’s conference is to foster a moment that ignites a powerful movement. Livingstone College is an institutional member, whereas Dr. Da'Tarvia Parrish and Prof. Bessie Hutchins serve as the institutional representatives. Dr. Parrish stated, "As our goal is to break barriers and bias as it relates to women in leadership, we're so proud these young women are taking advantage of this opportunity to explore their personal passions and grow in a professional way to live out their purpose."

Year after year, the conference brings together hundreds of college women from across the nation for an immersive multi-day experience of workshops, leadership training, inspiration, and networking. The event strives to cultivate an inclusive and equitable space where attendees can enter as passionate leaders and depart with the skills, confidence, and perspective necessary to pursue their goals and drive meaningful change.

For more information about NCCWSL, visit https://www.aauw.org/resources/programs/nccwsl/agenda/