CONFERENCE EVALUATION

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What attendees said about the 2010 Women's Conference:

Women’s Leadership: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow.

"I was just amazed at the tremendously qualified speakers and how they just put it out there, in terms of the state of DU - then and now. It was a reality check for me, and was glad to know that there really is a support system - or at least a template to build upon. All the work of these women in the past became worth it, as we all came to realize their efforts for the future generations! Thanks to one and all."

"This was the BEST conference that I have attended since 1997!"

"Kudos and thank you to members of the planning committee who provided leadership for this year's conference. It was wonderful to see such a great turn out."

"DU women in my opinion have always been very uplifting and positive at every conference that I have attended. That is one of the reasons I make sure that I am available to attend. Thank you"

"I enjoyed the conference as a whole, but I especially enjoyed the inspirational and empowering aspects, such as Dee Galloway's poem and chant, and the artistic expressions in one of the workshops."

"The choice of Robin Morgan as keynote and honored guest was perfect. She is able to straddle her dual insider/outsider status to give honest and straightforward feedback that has the potential to result in significant institutional change."

"I was disappointed with Robin Morgan and her keynote. She appeared very critical and did not mention what the current leaders have done... it was a morale downer - not inspiring. She's a legend but she "missed" the mark on this visit."

"I think it was wonderful to have a speaker that addressed things that were specific to DU! I loved that she was someone who was not afraid to say what is going on and challenge the entire campus to make changes to support women at DU!"

What attendees said about the 2009 Women's Conference:

Her Story, Our Story

"I was very surprised at how "energized" I was after leaving the conference. I really felt more empowered and important as a woman, and as a person in general. Opalanga was great - she really made me think about myself in a new light."

"Overall loved the conference and focus on narrative because that is where my work is situated so I found it extremely valuable."

"As a new staffer on campus and a man, it was very useful to me to get a sense of women's experiences at and beyond DU...thanks for that opportunity to show my support and learn."

"I loved the conference! I was struck by the diversity of the women in attendence. It was wonderful to see so many women from other cultures and get to know them personally. Being older (64) I was really impressed with the program, the age range of attendees and the DU campus. Can't wait for the next one!"

"I enjoyed the conference a great deal and can't wait to attend next year!"

"The presentation by public service credit union was great..."

"Opalanga Pugh is an amazing storyteller - she is the reason I registered."

"Fabulous conference! Powerful, fun and useful."