Overcoming Imposter Syndrome & Building Confidence in STEM

Schedule

Fri Mar 27 2026 at 05:00 pm to 07:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Homewood Suites by Hilton Fredericksburg | Fredericksburg, VA

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Turn doubt into drive—real tools, bold stories, and straight strategies to crush imposter syndrome and thrive in STEM and life.
About this Event

Join us for a free, interactive workshop hosted by Karrin Felton, Owner of Feet Planted, LLC. This workshop helps high‑school girls recognize imposter‑syndrome patterns, reframe self‑doubt, and practice evidence‑based confidence skills they can use in class, on college applications, and in early internships or jobs.

YOU MUST REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT USING THIS LINK -


What to Expect:

  • Spot the “imposter” thoughts that pop up in school, labs, or team projects
  • Simple ways to flip negative thoughts into helpful ones using growth mindset tips
  • Ask questions during a panel with STEM pros Joy Champion, DK Andrews Graham, and Quinnee Zimmerman
  • Receive a one-page cheat sheet with templates, resources, and easy next steps

Event Details:

  • Cost: FREE (limited to 35 participants)
  • Audience: High‑school girls (grades 9–12), post high school students/young adults. Please indicate grade on the registration form.

Refreshments will be served!


Agenda

🕑: 04:45 PM - 05:00 PM
Doors Open, Check-in, Grab a Snack
🕑: 05:00 PM - 05:15 PM
Welcome & Ice Breaker
🕑: 05:15 PM - 06:00 PM
Recognize & Reframe Imposter Syndrome Thoughts

Info: Participants practice short self-advocacy statements, rapid pair and practice


🕑: 06:00 PM - 06:30 PM
Panel Discussion with Q&A
🕑: 06:30 PM - 06:45 PM
Practical Next Steps
🕑: 06:45 PM - 07:00 PM
Resources, Feedback & Networking

Info: Participants receive "Personal Statement Reframing Checklist" after completing workshop survey.


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Where is it happening?

Homewood Suites by Hilton Fredericksburg, 1040 Hospitality Lane, Fredericksburg, United States

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