The Newcomb College Institute is proud to present its 2009 summit, an interdisciplinary look at the various paths women might take to enter traditional sites of power. Students, faculty and professional participants will address the following questions: Who is leading us? Can women substantially transform the power structure? How are women negotiating the dangers and pitfalls of power networks?

Speakers include:
• Political Strategist Donna Brazile
• Former Louisiana Gov. Kathleen Blanco
• Independent Filmmaker Therese Shechter
• Micro-finance experts Matt Flannery and Premal Shah (Kiva.org)
• Entertainment by New Orleans Blues Queen Marva Wright and the Urban Bush Women

The summit is just one of many events organized by the Newcomb College Institute, which provides academic, leadership, and research opportunities to enhance the education of undergraduate women at Tulane University.

You can reserve a space at the free summit by completing the online registration form. The registration deadline is January 23, 2009.

The summit hotel is the Hampton Inn Garden District. Make reservations by calling 1-800-HAMPTON (426-7866) or going online at www.hamptoninn.com.

Inquiries can be sent to edwomen@tulane.edu.