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
Leadership Workshops:
- Workshops are offered monthly on topics ranging from diversity to collaboration to servant leadership. Students who complete designated workshop "tracks" are eligible for certification.
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.
