Eunice A. Dell Scholarship Experiences

The Way Up Conference was my first conference, and I’m fortunate to have started with such an excellent one! The speakers at the 2021 Way Up Conference were engaging, informative, and empowering. I am so honored to have been able to attend this event through the generosity of those who donated to the Eunice A. Dell Memorial Scholarship. I left feeling optimistic about my professional future and about the state of Iowa higher education. I will definitely be back!

As a first-time attendee of the Way Up Conference 2019 I was highly impressed. The keynote speakers were uplifting and empowering for future women leaders. The breakout sessions were dynamic and offered tools and resources that were extremely helpful and informative of current trends in higher education. I sincerely appreciate the support of the Eunice Dell Scholarship!

“This was my first time attending the Way Up Conference. Before attending, my coworkers shared stories of their wonderful experiences from past conferences with me. After acquiring my own first-hand knowledge, I understand why they couldn’t resist talking about them. The sessions I attended were packed with useful information that I could bring back and share at my institution. I was amazed to see women from diverse backgrounds and experiences express a common goal: to go back better prepared to serve our students. The Way Up Conference is a beautiful network of support and inspiration that allows women to leave feeling refreshed, up-lifted, and ready to make a difference. Thank you for this incredible opportunity.”

I couldn't be more grateful for receiving this scholarship and having the opportunity to attend the Way Up Conference. It was an outstanding chance to connect with so many inspiring women throughout the state. The sessions and speakers did an amazing job of balancing opportunities for personal growth, professional development, and networking. The conference was a highlight of my year, and the things I learned continue to help me build and improve my leadership skills every day. It was a joy to participate and I've loved being able to share what I learned with my colleagues! I would absolutely recommend this opportunity for all women in higher education!

I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to attend the Way Up conference. The panels I attended were exceptional, and the keynote speakers gave valuable advice. I had the opportunity to network with inspirational women in higher education, and gained beneficial insight in my future career. I have shared my experience and the notes I have written throughout the conference with women who are in student leadership positions. With this, I hope to inspire more BVU colleagues to pursue leadership roles in their undergraduate careers.

I am so incredibly honored and grateful for having received the Eunice A. Dell Memorial Scholarship to attend the 2015 Way Up Conference in West Des Moines. The breakout sessions were fantastic, and the keynote speakers were so knowledgeable and inspirational. I networked with so many women from institutions across the state of Iowa, and it was extremely beneficial to hear their journeys on the way up in leadership. I learned so much from this conference, and I can’t wait to take back everything I have learned and share it with my home institution. I would absolutely encourage all women working in higher education who aspire to be leaders at their institutions to attend this conference.

The Way Up Conference is an incredibly motivating and uplifting experience! The Conference provides wonderful breakout sessions and keynote speakers that address a variety of important, fun, and engaging topics. It is a great opportunity to network and meet others from many different backgrounds and academic positions. There are wonderful scholarship opportunities available and having the opportunity to receive one was such a neat and rewarding experience. I would highly recommend this event for anyone having the opportunity to attend!

It was my great honor to receive the 2013 Eunice A. Dell Memorial Scholarship to be able to attend The Way Up conference. The conference delivered fantastic sessions that provided a wealth of information and frequent networking opportunities that removed the apparent mystery from advancing in higher education. Learning the professional and personal stories of many inspiring female leaders in higher education across the state of Iowa is instrumental as I begin to navigate my own way up. Because this conference showcases women at every stage in their career, I would encourage any woman in higher education to attend as the content is advantageous without bias to age.