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Women and Philanthropy hosts several events and volunteer opportunities throughout the year that bring our community together to learn more about the exciting happenings at Colorado State University. We typically partner with other areas on campus to highlight the programs, research and impact.

Speaker at Women and Philanthropy event
Women gathering at Smith Alumni Center
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Featured Event

Gather: Conversations to Inspire

Tuesday, April 28, 4-6 p.m.
Lory Student Center Theatre
1101 Center Ave. Mall, Fort Collins

Join CSU’s Women and Philanthropy for our 6th annual GATHER – Conversations to Inspire, an afternoon designed to spark connection, elevate leadership, and ignite meaningful dialogue. The event features a keynote address from Carol Spahn, CSU’s presidential executive in residence, exploring the power of service and how volunteer leadership uplifts women around the world.

The afternoon will continue with a moderated leadership panel featuring CSU women deans and vice presidents, offering thoughtful insight, reflection, and inspiration from across campus. Step into the conversation with purpose. Leave inspired to lead, serve, and shape what’s possible—together.

Carol Spahn
2026 Keynote Speaker Carol Spahn

Other Upcoming Events

View Past Events

2025 Gather: Conversations to Inspire

Photos from Event

2024 Gather: Conversations to Inspire

Keynote Address from Donna Brazile

Panel of CSU Leaders Moderated by President Amy Parsons

2023 Gather: Conversations to Inspire

Keynote Address from Shelly Swanback, CEO of TTEC Engage

Panel of CSU Leaders Moderated by Interim Provost Jan Nerger

Recruiting and Supporting Women in Construction Lecture

2022 Gather: Conversations to Inspire

Keynote address from Amy Van Dyken Rouen

CSU Head Coaches Panel

Lecture from Dr. Nicole Ehrhart

Contact Us

Caitlin Carlson
Associate Director, Donor Relations and Stewardship
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (970) 491-3382 or (970) 222-2300 (C)