USM Women's Forum Spotlight

Each week, the USM Women's Forum spotlights a woman from any USM campus (faculty, staff or student) who has made a difference or impacted other women in a positive and uplifting way. These women embody the mission of the USM Women's Forum. To make a nomination, fill out this form.

Nico Washington, The Universities at Shady Grove

Nico is advocating for equity and equality for all staff. Nothing can stop her from sharing the right thoughts and supporting and consulting women and men at the workplace and beyond. She is currently working on " to empower and uplift 1000000 individuals to greatness. To inspire all to live beyond fear and embrace your authentic self through forums, conferences and workshops" (from her webpage). Nico has spent the last 20 years of her higher education career with the University System of Maryland (USM) at UMBC and USG.

past USM WOMEN'S FORUM SPOTLIGHT Nominees

Kaitlin Mills, The Universities at Shady Grove
Antieris Johnson, University of Baltimore
Frances Watson, University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Joan Williams, Salisbury University
​Amber Chaney, USM Women's Forum Partner
Dr. Iona Johnson, Towson University
Dr. Danyelle Tauryce Ireland, University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Karen White, Bowie State University
Dr. Parisa Meisami, The Universities at Shady Grove