Since 1867 Cedar Crest College has been educating, empowering and cultivating the next generation of female leaders by preparing them to be members of the global community. That tradition continues with the return of the Power Up! series of seminars starting next month.

The Power Up! series provides women with tools, resources and insights to become stronger leaders within their fields. The program is designed for entry-level and midlevel professional women who are highly driven potential leaders seeking career success.A 2007 catalyst study demonstrated that placing women in corporate management roles can result in stronger overall performance in areas such as profit margin, return on invested capital, and return on equity.ScheduleFeb. 4: Becoming a Person of Influence, Jo Miller, CEO Women's Leadership Coaching Inc., 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.Feb. 23: Building Strategic Networks and Relationships, Jane Hyun, founder and president, Hyun and Associates, Executive Coaching and Leadership Strategy, 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.March 19: Leading in Times of Change, Kristin Skarie, president, Teamworks, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.April 13: Leadership and Awareness of the Mind Body Connection, Teena Cahill, director, Wisdom and Beyond, 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.Registration for all four seminars is $700. Individual seminars are $195 each. Cedar Crest College alumnae, faculty and staff receive discounted rates. Registration includes all seminar materials, meals and refreshment breaks.For complete descriptions of all four seminars and bios on the presenters, visit

http://www.cedarcrest.edu/ca/wli/leadership_series.shtm. Contact

lead@cedarcrest.edu or call 610-606-4684 with questions or for more information.