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INVOLVE YOURSELF
"As a freshman, I knew I wanted to get involved in my community in a leadership role. In order to attain this goal, I contacted the Center for Volunteerism and Student Leadership, and they connected me with the Emerging Leaders Program - a program with which I am involved today!" - Bronce Adam
Investigate leadership opportunities
Graduates from UW-Milwaukee are not only prepared academically to meet the new professional challenges that await, UWM also prepares leaders within the many professions that students enter into when they leave campus. To help you discover and develop your leadership potential it is important to prioritize participating in leadership development opportunities.
• Joining a student organization is a great way to be involved in leadership and develop your skills. There are over 300 registered student organizations on campus to meet the wide range of student interests. Eventually you may want to run for an officer position and take on a formal leadership role. If you don’t want to be an officer there are still many ways to develop your leadership skills. For example, you can participate in training offered by the Center for Student Involvement [http://www4.uwm.edu/sao/index.cfm] to develop new skills.• UWM’s emerging leaders program [http://www4.uwm.edu/cvsl/elp.cfm] is a two-year program that guides students through six carefully planned activities which help students develop their leadership identity. Participants engage in workshops, retreats, internships, classroom learning and a mentoring program that helps to facilitate the personal development of leaders committed to community and social change.
• The UWM Leadership Retreat is a weekend long retreat on September 15-16, 2012 at Camp Minikani. Participants at the retreat participate in a ropes course, solve ethical dilemmas, complete personal inventories, and engage in a variety of other activities to help develop leadership skills and abilities. Learn more here: http://www4.uwm.edu/cvsl/slr.cfm
• If you are studying business, consider applying for the Lubar Business Scholars Program. The program involves participation in a series of approved courses and a number of Business Scholars events that will assist you in networking with business leaders. The program also offers a number of scholarship opportunities and assists participants in connecting with study abroad and internship opportunities. Learn more about the application process and requirements here: http://www4.uwm.edu/business/programs/bba/scholars/upload/scholars_brochure.pdf
• The Center for Volunteerism and Student Leadership offers the undergraduate Community Leadership Certificate Program, which is an interdisciplinary program where students from any major can explore leadership theory, community organizing, the role of civic life and identity, and gain practical experience in community engagement and leadership. The program involves participation in a series of for-credit courses, as well as team-building experiences, community service, and a leadership practicum. Learn how to sign up by visiting: http://www4.uwm.edu/cvsl/lcp.cfm
• Or get involved in the Student Association, to participate in university shared governance process. The Student Association is UWM’s student government and includes executive, legislative, and judicial branches. Getting involved with SA provides the opportunity for students to share in the decision making on campus and to ensure that student voices are heard. Learn more about SA and open senate seats here: http://www4.uwm.edu/studentorg/sa/
• Fraternities and sororities offer membership not just for your college experience, but for a lifetime. As values-based organizations, they promote meaningful relationships, leadership development, academic scholarship, character development, and service to the community. UWM has 19 fraternity and sorority chapters to explore and find out which fits you best. Membership recruitment is typically held throughout the fall and spring, with each chapter hosting their own process. The recruitment process is a way for you to find the organization that is the best fit for you. Learn more about the fraternity and sorority community at the link below: http://www4.uwm.edu/sao/involvement/Greek_Life.cfm