What are Lean-in Circles?
Lean In Circles are groups of 8-12 members that meet biweekly. These meetings will include activities, events, and dynamic conversation! During these meetings, members and leaders can discuss personal, educational, and professional struggles and successes. Through sharing and discussing, members can learn from and empower each other to keep taking risks and believe in their abilities. The three key Circle Foundations from the Lean-In nonprofit organization are Confidentiality, Communication, and Commitment.
What are the attendance requirements this semester?
If a member signs up to be a part of a Lean-In Circle, it will be the member’s responsibility to go to each Circle. Excused absences include emergencies, illnesses, and exams. If a member knows now that they will be missing more than one Circle, they should ask to schedule a Circle at a different time or on a different day since there are only six circles per semester. We want members to be able to be a part of this program, but it’s unfair to the member, their fellow Circle members, and their leader if one member is constantly missing from the group. For first-time members, Lean-In Circles are required!
For any questions or concerns, please email our VP of Internal Relations, Ashley Stepien, at ashley-stepien@uiowa.edu