Student Leadership provides leadership development opportunities for students and student organizations and supports co-curricular activities and civic engagement.
Student Leadership is also responsible for creating an environment that promotes the positive growth and development of students in order to facilitate a productive learning experience. We offer several leadership series to help achieve this goal. Below
is a list of all the leadership workshops that are offered.
Other Leadership Opportunities on Campus
Leadership Living-Learning Community
Women’s Leadership Awards
Team and Leadership Studies
Administration and Leadership Studies
Leadership in a Multicultural Society
The Leadership in a Multicultural Society workshop series develops skills and awareness through interactive programs that increase understanding in diversity, inclusion, and leadership. Through intentional programs, students develop a greater understanding
of themselves, their community, and concepts that they can apply in and beyond the classroom and into their professional life.
Topics this semester
- Anti-racism
- Who are We: Identity and Identity Development
- Power and Privilege
- Disability Training
- Fear and Empathy
- Systems of Oppression
Program Notes
- Workshops start on Wednesday, February 10
- All sessions start at 3:00 p.m.
- Held on Zoom—you must register to receive the link
Register Here
From Self to Society: The Diverse Roles of Leadership Half-Day Conference
The purpose of this conference is to help student leaders develop an understanding of their leadership abilities and how their role as a leader impacts campus and societal structures, displaying the multifaceted aspects of leadership both internally and
externally.
The second installation of StS will take place on Saturday, March 6, from 1:00 to 4:30 p.m. via Zoom. In order to participate, students can register online.
Contact Kevin Foster at kfoster@iup.edu, or call the Center for Multicultural Student Leadership and Engagement for more information: 724-357-2598.
Emerging Leader Series
The Emerging Leaders Series is a program for new or aspiring student leaders at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. It helps you develop a greater understanding of yourself, your community, and your potential as a leader! Active participation will allow
you to take what you learn beyond the classroom and into your personal and professional life.
Previous Topics
- A Student’s Guide to Leadership, Where to Begin?
- Individual Development: Clifton StrengthsFinder
- Putting Skills to Practice
- Service and Engagement
- Being an Engaged Citizen
Program Notes
- Dates for Fall 2021 will be released over the summer
Executive Leader Series
Looking to become the next president, vice president, or treasurer, or just be more active in your student organization? The Executive Leader Program fosters leadership competence through interactive programs that connect you with other student leaders
and experienced facilitators. Student participants will develop a better understanding of themselves and gain tools to approach challenges organizations will face.
Previous Topics
- A Student’s Guide to Leadership, What’s Next?
- Individual Development: Leadership Practice Inventory
- Communication vs. Confrontation
- Effective Methods for Running Meetings and Delegation
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Building a Positive Legacy
Program Notes
- Dates and location for fall 2021 will be released over the summer
Student Leadership Toolkit Series
This program is designed for student leaders and aspiring student leaders. Each week focuses on a leadership “tool” or concept that all contribute to overall student leadership development.
Goals for this program are:
- Students will complete a six-week series that will increase their knowledge of leadership concepts and provide experiences with different aspects of leadership development;
- Students will demonstrate skills in leadership, conflict management, communication skills, team building, diversity and inclusion, and mindfulness;
- Students will work cooperatively with others, including people different from self and with different viewpoints; and
- Students will be exposed to a variety of resources on campus that can assist them in their leadership journey.
Program Notes