Five Things You Didn’t Learn During Your Hill Internship (but should have!)

On April 4, 2024, the Network of enlightened Women hosted the Spring Capitol Hill Intern Summit in Washington, DC. During this program, 57 Capitol Hill interns and staffers had the opportunity to network with like-minded women and hear from successful female leaders in the network. The summit kicked off with “Five Things You Didn’t Learn […]

Conflict in the Middle East and Lessons in Diplomacy

On April 4, 2024, the Network of enlightened Women hosted the Spring Capitol Hill Intern Summit in Washington, DC. During this program, 57 Capitol Hill interns and staffers had the opportunity to network with like-minded women and hear from successful female leaders in the network.  Ellie Cohanim, Senior Fellow at the Independent Women’s Forum, host of […]

How Conservative Women Can Choose The Best College Campus

One of the best ways to better prepare yourself for college life is to research different types of colleges and your options. As conservative women, we want our beliefs to be heard and not threatened on campus. By adequately preparing for college, you set yourself up for success. In Karin Lips‘ new book, You’re Not […]

Email Etiquette (and Other Other Unspoken Rules of the Workplace)

A wise person once said, “You don’t know what you don’t know.” While this might not seem like groundbreaking wisdom, the concept has always stuck with me. It’s encouraged me to ask questions and not to make assumptions about what others may know (or not know). In the spirit of that advice, I compiled a […]

Make Summer 2024 Your Smart Girl Summer

If you’ve ever heard of the Eisenhower Matrix, which sorts tasks by urgency and importance, it’s clear that amidst the bustle of the fall and spring semesters, usually only urgent and important priorities are getting tackled. Summer break can be the perfect time to take on important but non-urgent tasks, which can impact our personal […]

Technology Tips to Maximize Efficiency at Work

It’s Professional Development Week at the Network of enlightened Women, and we are sharing our tips to help you excel, whether you are starting your career journey or looking to improve your workflow.  Utilizing technology can help you stay on track and organized regarding your work and personal goals. Here are some of our best […]

Patti’s Pearls of Wisdom – Five Lessons Learned (the Hard Way) at My First Job 

Ah, the first job—a monumental step where we transition from students to active contributors to society. Reflecting on my journey, which wasn’t without its fair share of missteps (recall my stint as what could be humorously termed the world’s most challenged Hill intern), I’ve gleaned a few pearls of wisdom. Here’s what the now slightly […]

How Queen Elizabeth II Inspires Me – Women’s History Month

In honor of Women’s History Month, our NeW Ambassadors are sharing about the female historical figures who inspire them the most. Jennifer Fletcher, President of NeW at Stevenson University, shares why she is inspired by Queen Elizabeth II.  Which female historical figure inspires you the most?  I have felt very inspired by Queen Elizabeth II […]

How Amelia Earhart Inspires Me – Women’s History Month

In honor of Women’s History Month, our NeW Ambassadors are sharing about the female historical figures who inspire them the most. Ashley Martin, President of NeW at The Catholic University of America, shares why she is inspired by Amelia Earhart.  Which female historical figure inspires you the most?   The female historical figure that inspires me […]

How Sandra Day O’Connor Inspires Me – Women’s History Month

In honor of Women’s History Month, our NeW Ambassadors are sharing about the female historical figures who inspire them the most. Emily Johnson, a member of NeW at Xavier University, shares why she is inspired by Sandra Day O’Connor.  Which female historical figure inspires you the most?  I am inspired by Sandra Day O’Connor, the […]

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