Celebrating Women's History Month: Washington Athletics Luncheon And More
4/10/2024
In honor of Women's History Month, Washington Athletics recently hosted a thought-provoking luncheon featuring a diverse panel of accomplished women. The event showcased the contributions of women in sports and beyond, shedding light on their experiences, challenges, and triumphs.
Panelists:
Karen Bryant: Former GM for the LA Sparks, Founder of KB2 Sports, and UW women’s basketball alumni
Mary Do: Chief Operations Officer for Special Olympics Washington
Dr. Alexes Harris: Faculty Athletic Representative, Professor, and serves on the Board of Regents for the University.
Karen Wilkins-Mickey: VP for Diversity Equity, and Inclusion for the Seattle Seahawks
Moderated by Madison Huskey UW Softball Alum
The luncheon celebrated the achievements and contributions of women from all walks of life while also highlighting the ongoing work towards gender equity and inclusion. Attendees included UW Intercollegiate Athletics staff, student-athletes, University of Washington provosts and executives, representatives from the Jubilee Women's Center, as well as distinguished alumni and affiliates of the Seattle Seahawks and Seattle Storm.
Woman- and minority-owned Seattle catering company, DayoSense, provided food for the luncheon. In addition to the event, Washington Athletics partnered with the Jubilee Women’s Center on a clothing drive to help those in need.
As we reflect on the past, present, and future of women's empowerment, events like these serve as a reminder of the progress made and the challenges that lie ahead. With dedicated individuals like the panelists and moderators leading the way, the future looks brighter than ever.