Student Activities and Leadership Development created the Leadership Education And Development Program (LEAD) to enhance the quality of individual student leadership and to provide services to promote quality organizational development opportunities for UC student groups and organizations. Our overall program promotes the philosophy that "leaders are made, not born." With that in mind our initiatives are designed to address three areas of leadership development:

• Human Skills: the capacity to understand people and how to work among others
• Technical Skills: the knowledge to become proficient in a specific area of work or activity
• Conceptual Skills: having the ability to work with ideas and concepts

Through the leadership initiatives developed by Student Activities and Leadership Development and the student’s own opportunities, the desired outcome is for the student to become more effective in solving problems and more self-aware as a member of a greater community.

Leadership Development Opportunities

27^th Annual Student Leadership Conference

Seek the Highest

February 25, 2012

Registration Closed!!

Due to high demand, we have had to unfortunately close the Student Leadership Conference.

An annual event since 1985, this one-day leadership conference focuses on building individual student leader skills and connections. The conference is free to all University of Cincinnati students. This year will include energetic opening and closing sessions, lunch, a keynote, and nearly three dozen educational programs about community service, philanthropy, student organization funding, public speaking, campus scheduling, professional development and more!

If you have any questions or need more information please contact our office 556-6115.

 

 

Camp BearCATS

This leadership opportunity focuses on four pillars: Connections, Academics, Traditions and Service. This collaborative effort with Omicron Delta Kappa Leadership Honorary assists first-year students with acclimating to campus, understanding the importance of co-curricular involvement and UC tradition. Camp BearCATS will take place October 8-9, 2011 at YMCA Camp Kern. Click here to register online. 

Emerging Ethnic Leaders Program

The Emerging Ethnic Leaders program helps first-year students of color develop their leadership skills. Through a supportive learning community, the program enhances leadership potential; fosters interpersonal, social, ethical, and moral development; and instills an attitude of social awareness and responsibility.

Program participants will attend monthly meetings, organize service projects, participate in an overnight retreat, and be paired with their own upper class mentor. The overnight retreat will include team building activities, interactive games, and featured presenters and facilitators. 
 
Benefits of the Program
· Leadership Development
· Community Building
· Networking Opportunities

Applications to join the program are accepted in the fall each year.

If you are interested in participating in the Emerging Ethnic Leaders Program please apply here

26th Annual Leadership Conference:  The Pillars of Effective Leadership

February 26, 2011

An annual event since 1985, this one-day leadership conference focuses on building individual student leader skills and connections. Recently, more experienced student leaders have taken an active role in the execution of the conference by becoming small group facilitators and presenters.

This year's conference focused on the National Center for Student Leadership's Pillars of Effective Leadership.   This year’s conference will focus on the National Center for Student Leaderships pillars of effective leadership: 

·Vision and goal setting:  Learn to effectively envision and declare what matters most to you in life - whether it be a passion for something within your school, your extracurricular activities, your community or your world. Create your personal strategic plan for living leadership every day as you build strategies that will engage those around you.

·Distinctions of leadership:  Examine and practice the fine line between “inclusive” and “exclusive” leadership. Discover what enables the most significant members of our society to be the exceptional people they are and explore the intricacies of Vision, Integrity, Responsibility, Character, Commitment, and Empowerment. Discover what makes you distinct as a leader and harness your natural ability to lead and to make a difference for others!

·Persuasive communication:  Learn to communicate in a powerful way, stirring the emotions of your listeners while encouraging them to take action on their vision.

·Negotiation and conflict resolution: Explore the dynamics and learn the strategies of win-win negotiation and conflict resolution. Enhance your ability to handle high-stakes situations with greater ease.

·Team building:  Witness the power of teamwork and see how you can accomplish extraordinary results by empowering others to work together.

·Group dynamics: Explore and understand your ability to contribute in a meaningful way to the team you serve. Discover how and why we act the way we do in different situations and develop powerful strategies for motivating others for the task at hand.

·Community service:  Make a real difference as you learn about the impact community service and engagement has on a college campus, in your organization, and in your community.

Creating a Just Community:  Key Knowledge and Skills for Inclusive Leaders (presented by Rebecca Lehman)

Creating a Just Community (Powerpoint)

Creating  Just Community Activity

Stages of Inclusion in Residence Hall

Stages of Multicultural School Transformation

How Well Do You Know UC? Diversity & Leadership (presented by Rebecca Lehman & Brice Mickey) 

What's at UC Game & Answers

First-Year Leadership:  Building and Becoming (presented by Michelle Prinzo)

Session Minutes

Keynote Address:  Jeffery Burgin, Interim Vice President for Student Affairs at Alabama A&M Unviersity

Leadership is not part-time.  

How do you push your limits?  

Call to Action:  What now?  

Now that you've attended the 26th Annual Leadership Conference, what will you do? Use this SMART goals handout to help you advance your organization to its full potential. Need help? Contact SALD for guidance. 

 

 

Racial Awareness Program

Created in 1986, the Racial Awareness Program (better known as RAPP) is a forum for students to challenge, debate and educate each other on issues of diversity. The motto "Each One Teach One" is adopted from an ancient African proverb. It captures the importance and focus that the RAPP program places on individual understanding, effort and commitment to diversity awareness. RAPP believes that each person can affect their environment in a positive way through their actions and attitude.

UC Recognition Ceremony

Each year, the university honors its community during the University Recognition Ceremony, which traditionally takes place on the third Sunday of May. Awards such as the Presidential Leadership Medal of Excellence, Spirit of Community, Mr. Bearcat and the C-Ring Women’s Leadership Award are given to outstanding students, faculty and staff.

UCLEAD

UCLEAD is a distinguished leadership program that will allow you to learn more about yourself and to develop as a leader who can be respected and trusted in your organization, workplace and community.

The class is offered during the winter and spring quarters through the Department of Counseling in the College of Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services.  Participants will learn how to lead themselves through the exploration of leadership theories, motivational styles and skill building. Students also learn how to "Lead Others" by learning group dynamics cultural competence and the art of leading others.

The UC LEAD course is a 400-level class in which students earn 3-credit hours. 

Who’s Who Among Students at American Universities & Colleges

Since 1982, UC has celebrated the accomplishments of its graduates through the Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges. Graduating seniors are selected for this national distinction based on academic achievement; participation and leadership in academic and co-curricular activities; service to the University; and potential for future achievements.

Workshops & Retreats

The Student Activities and Leadership Development staff is trained to conduct workshops and retreats on an as-needed basis for all clubs, organizations, offices, departments and individuals. Possible experiences may focus on topics such as financial management, officer transition, meeting management, conflict resolution, organizational liability, co-curricular involvement, leadership styles and team building.