Lehman College - Herbert H. Lehman Institute for Student Leadership

Leadership Track One

Track One Spring 2012

The Social Change Model of Leadership Development

The goal of Leadership Track #1 is to help students examine the responsibilities and expectations of a leader both at Lehman College and in the outside world. Over the course of the semester, students will learn about different leadership styles and acquire skills to achieve desired goals. Students will become practitioners of the Social Change Model of Leadership Development.

Through group discussions, readings, written assignments, and direct interaction with experienced CUNY/Lehman College faculty, staff, and student leaders, students experience the impact true leadership can make on our world. Community service/service learning is an essential part of this program, enabling participants to put their knowledge into action in a “real-world” setting so they can witness first-hand the differences they can make.

Sessions topics include:

Understanding Leadership: What is it? Why is it important? How Do you Get Started?
Choosing the Right Way: Ethics and Integrity in Leadership
Keeping it Together: Increasing, Empowering, and Motivating Membership
Leadership and Diversity: Understanding and Appreciating the Differences That Unite Us
Building a Better Tomorrow: Making a Difference Through Service
Running on Empty: Maintaining the Mind, Body, and Soul of a Leader
So What’s Next? Knowing Where You Are and Where You Want to Go