Inspired by Her Own Words

There is a quote that has shaped me for many years. In fact, the words face me each day from a coffee mug on my desk as a constant reminder of why my individual actions, and that of my colleagues, are so important. These words may be familiar to you: “Never...

Strength, Intelligence, and Ambition

When I was asked to think about a woman who has inspired me, I almost immediately thought of Elizabeth I of England. To many it may seem like an odd choice, but I began learning about her amazing life in the eighth grade and have been transfixed ever since....

A Girl Inspired by Books

Recently, I had the chance to visit our summer camp, where I observed a program about female authors. The 6-8-year-old girls in the program each took a turn describing their favorite book to the group. Hearing them describe the books that they love made me think about...