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Empowerment Summit

Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026 | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Weimer Hall Atlas Lab

This summit, featuring alumni from the College of Journalism and Communications, is designed to inspire students and emerging professionals to enter the workforce with confidence and impact.

This year’s theme is Empowerment, which is the process of becoming stronger and more confident, especially in controlling one’s life and claiming one’s rights.

Join us as we discuss ways to empower yourself and learn what empowers you. 

Schedule

10 – 10:30 a.m. | Check-in 
10:30 a.m. | Welcome 
10:40 – 11:45 a.m. | Panel Discussion
11:50 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Breakout sessions with lunch
1 p.m. | Adjourn

Speakers

Rachel Grant

Rachel Grant (moderator)

Associate Professor in the CJC Journalism Department

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Dr. Rokeshia Ashley-McNamee

Rokeshia Ashley-McNamee, Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Communication, Florida International University

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Jane Hames

Jane Hames

Founder and President, Embassy Consultants

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Chasity Maynard

Chasity Maynard

Digital Content Producer, WSMV4, Nashville

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