Friday, May 15, 2026
9:00am - 3:00pm
Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center
The Association of Staff and Faculty Women Plus (ASFW+) is delighted to invite you to join us for the 22nd annual Ballam Symposium. This year, we explore The Power of Collective Aspiration - what happens when we dream big, together. Aspiration is more than an individual pursuit; it's a shared commitment to growth, equity, and transformation. In a time of challenge and change, collective aspiration calls us to lead with clarity, lift others as we climb, and create spaces where we can all thrive. Join us for a day of inspiration, connection, and collaboration!
This in-person, inclusive event is open to all and features a keynote panel, interactive experiences, networking opportunities, and a light breakfast, hot lunch, and snacks.
This in-person, inclusive event is open to all and features a keynote panel, interactive experiences, networking opportunities, and a light breakfast, hot lunch, and snacks.
Registration for the 2026 Ballam Symposium is now closed. We look forward to seeing you in May!
Contact Co-Chairs Jeanine Linkenhoker.3 and Katie Hipp.62 with any questions.
ASFW+ Member Price: $75 | Non-Member Price: $90 |
Join ASFW+ or Renew Your Membership and Register for Ballam: $125
Ohio State Lifestyle Spending Account dollars can be used for professional development events. Learn how to request reimbursement.
We believe the Ballam Symposium should be accessible to all. If the registration fee presents a financial barrier, please email us for information on discounted rates.
"To aspire is to reach, to imagine, to strive for something greater. It's about setting bold goals, lifting others as we climb, and believing in the power of collective progress." - Monica Lichi, 2025-2026 ASFW+ President
Contact Co-Chairs Jeanine Linkenhoker.3 and Katie Hipp.62 with any questions.
ASFW+ Member Price: $75 | Non-Member Price: $90 |
Join ASFW+ or Renew Your Membership and Register for Ballam: $125
Ohio State Lifestyle Spending Account dollars can be used for professional development events. Learn how to request reimbursement.
We believe the Ballam Symposium should be accessible to all. If the registration fee presents a financial barrier, please email us for information on discounted rates.
"To aspire is to reach, to imagine, to strive for something greater. It's about setting bold goals, lifting others as we climb, and believing in the power of collective progress." - Monica Lichi, 2025-2026 ASFW+ President
About the ASFW+ Deborah A. Ballam Symposium
Each year members and honored guests of ASFW+ gather together for a day of renewal and networking, honoring its namesake, Dr. Deborah A. Ballam. Throughout her more than 30 years of dedicated service to The Ohio State University, Dr. Ballam enhanced the lives of countless Buckeyes in the classroom and beyond. As a former associate provost for Women's Policy Initiatives, and director of The Women's Place, she led efforts to improve gender equity and inspire positive change in higher education. ASFW+ is pleased to sponsor this annual program in her name.
2026 Ballam Symposium Sponsors
The 2026 Ballam Symposium is made possible thanks in part to the generous contributions of the following Ohio State departments and units. Sponsorship directly supports high-quality programming and helps us keep the event accessible to colleagues at every career stage.
Visionary Partners
Community Catalyst
ASFW+ Champion Sponsors
Each Ballam Symposium sponsorship tier includes free event tickets. Interested in learning how your department could potentially support your attendance? Reach out to Co-Chair Jeanine Linkenhoker.3
In-Kind Donors
About the Association of Staff and Faculty Women Plus (ASFW+)
The Association of Staff and Faculty Women Plus (ASFW+) at The Ohio State University promotes and supports the professional development of all university faculty and staff, including those whose professional experiences are influenced by factors such as sex, gender identity, or gender expression. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds who value connection, growth, and opportunity in a supportive community.
