The National Conference for College Women Student Leaders (NCCWSL) unites college womxn and gender non-conforming students from across the nation for a transformative experience in leadership development, networking, and inspiration.
Tailored for undergraduate students who identify as women or outside the gender binary, NCCWSL provides a welcoming and empowering space to build leadership skills, connect with peers, and find inspiration to drive change.
Through engaging workshops and hands-on activities, NCCWSL challenges and inspires attendees to make meaningful impacts on their campuses and communities long after the conference ends. Join us to become part of a dynamic network of changemakers ready to lead the way.
AAUW was home to the National Conference for College Women Student Leaders (NCCWSL) for 39 years. Starting in 2025, NCCWSL will move to our trusted friends at NASPA, the professional home for student affairs administrators in higher education. Please visit their NCCWSL page for the most up-to-date information on NCCWSL 2025. A form is also available on that page to receive alerts on NCCWSL.
AAUW will have a presence at the conference as a speaker, exhibitor, presenter and promotional supporter. However, NASPA will be responsible for the planning and execution of the conference moving forward.
What does NASPA stand for?
Historically, NASPA stands for National Association of Student Personnel Administrators. However, they have updated the name of the association to NASPA, Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education.
Where do I find more information about how to register?
Please visit NASPA’s NCCWSL website for the most up-to-date information.
NCCWSL Scholarship
To apply for a Wisconsin NCCWSL scholarship, please complete and submit the application, below by Wednesday, April 2, 2025.
Please make sure to save a copy of the application before completing it.
If you have questions regarding NCCWSL, email Carole Salinas, AAUW-Wisconsin Leadership VP.
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Testimonial from a 2024 NCCWSL attendee
“NCCWSL gave me the opportunity to meet women with different insights, lived
experiences, and perspectives, all united under the same goal: equity for all women. I
took so much away from the sessions and am excited to bring them to the UW-Madison
campus: from topics including Title IX, women in STEM fields, and emotional intelligence.
I connected with women from all over and discussed real issues that impact college
women at our respective universities. Throughout the three days at NCCWSL, I was
inspired, motivated, interested, and passionate. Thank you AAUW Wisconsin for
providing this opportunity that has made lifelong impacts!” ~ Caroline Mork, UW-Madison
“I had such a wonderful time at the NCCWSL conference! The University of Maryland –
College Park had a beautiful campus, and the sessions I attended were very meaningful.
Particularly, I enjoyed the Elevating Eldest Daughters session, where I met other students
who were the eldest daughter in their household, and it was an incredibly
validating experience. I also enjoyed the Start Smart Salary Negotiation session. It was
very empowering to learn methods and techniques for negotiating your salary, as it was
never something I had looked into before. I cannot thank you, and AAUW Wisconsin enough for granting me the opportunity to attend such a wonderful conference!” ~ Cassie Christianson, UW-River Falls
“I had the most incredible experience! Thank you so much again for this wonderful
opportunity. I am very appreciative of the scholarship and all of the hard work you guys
do at our local chapter. I would say what was most meaningful thing to me was being a part of a conference where everyone involved was committed to the common cause of women’s advancement in the workplace and in life. Everyone there, from the attendees to the staff putting it together, were so welcoming, inclusive, open-minded, and kind. It felt so good to be a part of that community, even for just a weekend. I will remember my time in Maryland with AAUW for the rest of my life. I hope anyone who has the opportunity to attend takes advantage of that opportunity because they will not regret it. Every speaker whose lecture I attended
spoke eloquently and knowledgeably, I took away so many lessons and information.
Women are so powerful when we ban together! Also, dinner every night was fantastic, 10
out of 10!” ~ Moriya Wetsman, Chippewa Valley Tech College