2026 Ballam Symposium | The Power of Collective Aspiration
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. Registration will open in mid-February 2026. Check back soon for updates.
"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
"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.
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.
