LANSING, Mich. – The annual professional conference for Michigan women working in higher education will take place on June 16-17, hosted by Lansing Community College at the Kellogg Center in East Lansing. 
 
The MI-ACE Women’s Network Conference will welcome educators from public and private colleges and universities for two days of encouragement and skill-building. The theme for 2025 is EmpowerED: Break Barriers and Influence Change, and revolves around helping attendees make positive progress in their personal and professional lives.
 
“The MI-ACE Women’s Network Annual Conference is one of my favorite times of the year—a chance for us to come together, reconnect, and celebrate the incredible strength and leadership of women across Michigan’s colleges and universities,” Dr. Connie Tingson Gatuz, State Chair, MI-ACE Women’s Network, said. “This year, we’re creating space for powerful conversations, fresh ideas, and authentic connections that will energize and empower us all. From emerging professionals to experienced leaders, every voice and perspective adds value, you belong here. Together, we’re shaping the future of higher education—one meaningful connection at a time.”
 
The event will feature transformational plenary, breakout, and special interest sessions designed to inspire and equip participants for their leadership journeys.
 
As in previous years, the 2025 conference will uphold the tradition of fostering strong connections and providing new pathways to growth, collaboration and engagement.
 
Dr. Seleana Samuel, Vice President of Business Operations at Lansing Community College, is excited for this annual gathering of women in higher education. LCC is one of 50 member institutions within the MI-ACE Network.
 
“LCC is thrilled to host this year’s MI-ACE Women’s Network Conference,” Samuel said. “We are looking forward to a powerful platform of speakers and presenters who have so much to share with this year’s attendees.”
 
Featured speakers include:

• Brandy Johnson, President of the Michigan Community College Association
• Mimi Brown, Author and Leadership Strategist
• Emmanual Guillory, Senior Director of Government Relations for the American Council on Education
• Pascale Charlot, Managing Director for the Aspen Institute’s College Excellence Program
• Angie Morgan, Author and Speaker

To learn more visit the MI-ACE Network website.
 
About MI-ACE Women’s Network
For decades, the MI-ACE Women’s Network has served as the unwavering voice of women in higher education in Michigan. The organization is part of a national network, linked through affiliation with the national ACE Inclusive Excellence Group and its ACE Women’s Network Executive Council. MI-ACE was established in 1978 as one of the pioneering state networks in the nation, a distinction the network holds with pride.

 

About Lansing Community College

Lansing Community College, founded in 1957, is one of the largest community colleges in Michigan, serving more than 14,500 students across a six-county area each year. LCC offers courses in general education for those interested in transferring to a four-year institution, career and workforce development, developmental education and personal enrichment. To meet the professional development and training needs of regional employees, the college offers customized programs for credit, non-credit and continuing education. The Transfer Center at LCC offers students the opportunity to earn bachelor’s and master’s degrees from five partner universities on the downtown LCC campus. For more information, visit lcc.edu.

LCC provides equal opportunity for all persons and prohibits discriminatory practices based on race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, creed, ancestry, height, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, familial status, marital status, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, military status, veteran’s status, or other status as protected by law, or genetic information that is unrelated to the person’s ability to perform the duties of a particular job or position or participate in educational programs, courses, services or activities offered by the College.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies, contact: Equal Opportunity Officer Washington Court Place, 309 N. Washington Square, Suite 150, Lansing, MI 48933, 517-483-1730. For 504/ADA Accommodations contact: HR Director of Total Compensation & Employment, Administration Building, 610 N. Capitol Ave. Lansing, MI 48933, 517-483-1875; Care Services Manager, Center for Student Support, 504/ADA, Gannon Building, 411 N. Grand Ave. Lansing, MI 48933, 517-483-1358.  For Title IX, reporting, or complaints contact: Director of Risk Management & Legal Affairs, Student and Employee Title IX Coordinator, Washington Court Place, 309 N. Washington Square, Suite 150, Lansing, MI 48933, 517-483-1730, and/or U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights, Michigan Department of Civil Rights.

The nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located at LCC's Board Policies website. To report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX, please refer to Title IX and Sexual Misconduct Resources website.