Lincoln — University of Nebraska bowler Amara Smith Speights will participate in the first Big Ten Women’s Leadership Summit this week.
The Leadership Summit commemorates the 50th anniversary of the passage of Title IX. The Big Ten Conference will welcome more than 75 student-athletes, coaches, and administrators from its 14 member institutions – along with a remarkable group of guest speakers – for networking, learning, and mentorship opportunities.
Smith Speights has played an integral part in the Huskers’ success during her college career. She helped the Huskers win the 2021 NCAA title and national tournament appearances in 2019 and 2022. Off the lanes, she is a two-time Arthur Ashe Jr. Sports Scholar and a two-time Academic All-Big Ten selection.
“The Big Ten Conference Women’s Leadership Summit brings together some of the most exceptional women in collegiate athletics and underscores the mission of the Big Ten Conference to elevate women’s sports,” said Big Ten Commissioner Kevin Warren. “This event is a celebration of the 50th anniversary of Title IX and a reflection of our unwavering commitment to delivering transformational educational experiences and growth opportunities to our student-athletes.”
The Big Ten Conference Women’s Leadership Summit begins on the 50th anniversary (June 23, 2022) of Title IX – which prohibits discrimination in any education program on the basis of sex (gender) – with an exclusive dinner and red-carpet celebration. Veteran ESPN Radio and espnW personality Sarah Spain will serve as emcee and Commissioner Warren will deliver opening remarks at the evening celebration.
The Big Ten Conference Women’s Leadership Summit continues June 24, 2022, with a full day of programming at the Big Ten Conference headquarters in Rosemont. Attendees will hear from a variety of guest speakers, beginning with a History of Title IX panel that will feature trailblazers such as former Big Ten Conference Deputy Commissioner Diane Dietz, University of Iowa Deputy Director of Athletics/Senior Woman Administrator Barbara Burke, University of Maryland Head Field Hockey Coach Missy Meharg, University of Illinois Head Softball Coach Tyra Perry and former University of Minnesota Women’s Swimming & Diving Coach Terry Ganley.
Other featured speakers will include four-time Olympian Jackie Joyner-Kersee, 2019…
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