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Join the Women’s Leadership Initiative for a presentation by Wichita Mayor Lily Wu from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9 in Beggs Ballroom in the Rhatigan Student Center. Mayor Wu will share her journey of leadership and career development, discussing how she found the courage to lead authentically, navigated challenges and transformed obstacles into milestones for success. She will also talk about the impact of women mentors and role models on her journey, offer recommendations for cultivating empowerment and personal growth in the workplace, and share her strategies for balancing professional responsibilities with personal life.
Mayor Wu, elected last fall and serving since January 2024, brings a wealth of experience from her 12-year career as a journalist with KAKE and KWCH. As a Gore Scholar at WSU, she holds dual bachelor’s degrees in international business and integrated marketing communication. She has also contributed to the WSU Barton School of Business Dean’s Alumni Council and the WSU Alumni Association Board.