Lead. Learn.
We believe there's a leader in everyone. The art is
understanding the kind of leader you are. Is your leadership
style charismatic, participative, situational, transactional,
transformational, or are you a quiet leader or servant
leader? Not quite sure? That's what you learn about
yourself at Cottey either by finding your leadership style by
taking the lead in one of the many clubs and organizations on
campus or by participating in our leadership program Leadership,
Experiences, Opportunity or LEO - or do both! You'll gain
insights and skills that will benefit you in every aspect of your
life from career to social situations to parenthood and everything
in between. Not to mention you'll have lots of fun!
While not mandatory, we encourage you to participate in
LEO. It's a four-level leadership certification program that
connects you with women leaders on campus and in the
community. You'll focus on the leadership aspects of
activities and organizations in which you're already involved,
attend interactive workshops, participate in special events that
include dinners, guest speakers, and cultural activities, and
interact with Cottey's annual Leader-in-Residence.
Program Details
LEO Program Structure
LEO is a four-level leadership certification program with the
following components:
Level 1
- Participate in a campus organization and its events for a
semester.
- Attend a Leadership Workshop/Career Development seminar.
- Attend an enrichment event.
- Perform five hours off-campus volunteer activity or on-campus
activity with a community-based group.
- Complete a Leadership Studies course (two semester hours) with
a grade of B or better (may be completed at Level 1 or 2).
Level 2
- Participate in a Leadership Workshop/Career Development
Seminar.
- Attend an enrichment event.
- Perform active service on a committee or as an officer of an
organization for a full semester.
- Participate in a diversity conversation or event.
Level 3
- Job shadow or attend a career workshop.
- Introduce an enrichment event, campus speaker, or
workshop.
- Serve as president of a student organization, or chair a
project committee.
Level 4
- Complete leadership portfolio. Orally present to mentors.
- Complete a one-page leadership résumé reflecting LEO and other
leadership experiences.
- Present at, lead, or assist with a workshop for high school or
Cottey students. Submit planning notes and Observation Report.
- Complete leadership Post-Assessment.
Presidential Project
- Plan and complete a community service project.
What You'll Gain
- You'll begin to develop your unique leadership style.
- You'll build a portfolio that reflects your leadership
experiences and observations.
- You'll acquire skills and practice at being both a leader and a
team member.
Special Opportunities
- A leadership field trip offered during each semester you are in
LEO.
- A Leader-in-Residence visit to campus each academic year.
- Mentoring from one or more of Cottey's Leadership Team.