Monique Wingard
Voyage Chicago: The Road to Social Entrepreneurship
“I’ve had an interest in public affairs for quite some time. My introduction to being a social entrepreneur comes from my parents who...
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Monique Wingard
Aug 8, 2018
Women Leading by Example: Lani Guinier
Lani Guinier is the first tenured professor of Law at Harvard Law School and author of: The Tyranny of the Meritocracy: Democratizing...
Monique Wingard
Aug 2, 2018
Invest in the Future
Are you looking for your next opportunity to make an impact? Consider this a sign and click on one or all three links below to find out...
Monique Wingard
Jun 24, 2018
Sheer Beauty
In 2017, my friend, Jihan invited me to a Friday night service for women at Free Church in Oak Park, IL. It was an experience or rather a...
Monique Wingard
Jun 19, 2018
Something to Consider on the 153rd Anniversary of Juneteenth
A black child born today has less of a chance of being raised by both parents than a black child born during slavery. Michelle Alexander,...
Monique Wingard
Jun 7, 2018
From Hampton to London
I’ve told the story of my love for Hampton University many times to friends and in the occasional social media post. The first college...
Monique Wingard
Jun 6, 2018
Women Leading by Example: Cheryle Jackson
When you practice grace with yourself, you more easily extend it to others… And I haven’t met a person who doesn’t need grace.” #TEDTalk...
Monique Wingard
May 28, 2018
Women Leading By Example: Mellody Hobson
Full Video: (Video Credit: Salesforce) Mellody is the President of Ariel Investments and responsible for firm-wide management and...
Monique Wingard
May 24, 2018
Letter to Jacque Reid: Tales of an Eager College Intern
Almost every day is TBT when I turn on the radio and often times when I post a photo. But this… Oh boy. This I have to share: So I was...
Monique Wingard
May 14, 2018
Celebrating One Year of Being Strong, Smart, and Bold
On Wednesday, June 13, join the Chicago chapter of Girls Inc. for a celebration of their first year of service to the Chicago community!...
Monique Wingard
May 5, 2018
Reach Higher and Break Down Barriers
On May 2, “Forever First Lady,” Michelle Obama teamed up with Better Make Room for College Signing Day 2018 at Temple University. This...
Monique Wingard
Apr 30, 2018
Pitch Black: Be on the Lookout
Your opportunity to support one of many positive movements for Chicago’s youth takes place on Saturday, May 19, 2018, from Noon until...
Monique Wingard
Apr 16, 2018
The Civic Tech Collective:
As someone who has always had an interest in public media, my motivation has always been “find a way to use media to impact lives” or to...
Monique Wingard
Apr 12, 2018
2018 DigiGirlz Day
Friday, April 13th is DigiGirlz Day! Microsoft will offer a free day of STEM training and college career preparation at various locations...
Monique Wingard
Apr 10, 2018
CNN To Host Journalism Workshops in Chicago
UPDATED: CNN Journalism Workshops will take place in Chicago for a full day on Saturday, April 14th, 2018. This event is invitation only....
Monique Wingard
Apr 8, 2018
Nielsen Study on Black Women, Media, and Tech
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Monique Wingard
Apr 7, 2018
Black Girls Code Chicago: Sphero Workshop
Black Girls CODE is bringing a one-day Sphero workshop to Thoughtworks on Saturday, April 28th! This workshop will teach participants to...
Monique Wingard
Apr 5, 2018
For Such a Time as This
In 2009, I hopped on the road with my parents to attend the Urban League’s national conference in Chicago. At some point during the...
Monique Wingard
Apr 5, 2018
NABJ: 2018 Stuart Scott Internship
ESPN and NABJ are offering a summer internship in memory of Stuart Scott for his contributions to sports journalism. Interested students...
Monique Wingard
Apr 4, 2018
Chicago: Young Entrepreneurship Summit
The Young Entrepreneurship Summit will take place from Noon until 4:00 P.M. on Saturday, May 5, 2018 at Hamilton Park (513 W. 72nd...
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