leadership
Leadership is the process of people coming together to benefit the common good. It is guided by individual growth, personal commitment, collaboration, service to others, respect for all, and civic engagement.
As a result of participation in SMC leadership programs, students will:
- Understand their talents, values and interests, especially as they relate to their capacity to provide effective leadership.
- Recognize leadership as an active process of engaging in self-reflection and collaborative relationships.
- Develop into engaged citizens focused on making a positive difference in the local and global communities.
SIL leadership programs are open to all Saint Mary's students.
Programs include:
Leadership Retreats:
- Emerging Leaders Retreat for first year students held each January
- Developing Leaders Retreat for sophomores and juniors held in early March
Take Out Workshops:
- Designed for student organizations, but available for any on-campus group, Take Out Workshop facilitators offer leadership training in a variety of areas such as communication skills, conflict management and motivation.
- Leadership for Life is a 6-week certificate program open to all sophomores and juniors. Participants gain leadership skills useful at SMC and beyond and will be well-prepared for leadership roles on campus, in the community, and in the workplace.
- Expand Your Horizons is an 8-week certificate program open to all first-year students. Participants will enjoy interactive activities that focus on learning leadership, effective communication, personal leadership styles, risk taking and goal setting.
