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Women in Conversation

  • Sonoma State University 1801 E Cotati Ave Rohnert Park, CA, 94928 United States (map)

Weill Hall

Three Olympic gold medalists. Three inspiring stories. One amazing evening. Hear from Kristi Yamaguchi, Kerri Walsh Jennings and Brandi Chastain about their paths and stories to becoming Olympic Gold Medalists followed by a discussion and Q&A with all three ladies.

Kristi Yamaguchi: A former American figure skater, Yamaguchi is an Olympic gold medalist, two-time world Champion and the 1992 U.S. Champion. In 1992, she became the first Asian American woman to win a gold medal in a Winter Olympic competition.

Kerri Walsh Jennings: An American professional beach volleyball player, Walsh-Jennings is a three-time Olympic gold medalist, one-time Olympic bronze medalist, and three-time World Champion. In 2016 she became the most decorated Beach Volleyball Olympian of all-time and currently holds the title of Winningest Female Beach Volleyball Player with 133 career wins.

Brandi Chastain: An American retired soccer player, Chastain is a two-time Women’s World Cup champion, two-time Olympic gold-medalist, and a two-time All-American. In 1999, she was named one of People Magazine’s 25 Most Intriguing People and one of Street & Smith’s 100 Most Powerful People in Sports after peeling off her jersey in celebration of her winning kick in the Women’s World Cup.

Sonoma State Students receive 50% off tickets. Use promo code ssustudent* prior to selecting seats online. Faculty and Staff receive 25% off regular single ticket price. Use promo code ssufacstaff* prior to selecting seats online.

Earlier Event: September 22
Special Fall Harvest Celebration and Meal
Later Event: September 23
InMotion Yoga Class