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Whether you are looking to get started or wanting to continue in your leadership development, we’ve got you covered!
Starting your leadership journey?
You may be wondering why it’s important to develop leadership skills during the college experience. Actually, it’s a very critical aspect of any student involvement role you may choose, as well as an expectation future employers will have as you enter the workplace, even via an internship or summer job prior to graduation. Our hope is that you leave the university ready for the workplace as well as for future roles you may have in your community as a volunteer or in professional organizations. Now is your time to prepare for YOUR leadership journey. This website will help you learn more and get started.
Continuing your leadership journey?
Leadership may already be an important part of your life and now you’re looking ahead at how to continue your leadership journey in the college experience. If so, there are numerous programs available on campus that may even expand your view of leadership and how you can further develop your leadership knowledge and skills.
OU’s OPPORTUNITIES
Learn about the many types of leadership programs and opportunities on campus and beyond!
We think you’ll be surprised by the variety of organizations and activities available to you!
Leadership & Volunteerism offers programs such as Read & Lead, Leader Summit and a new program this fall, Leadership Circles. There are also many volunteer opportunities in the local community. Another key resource on campus is Student Life where you can connect with various registered student organizations and the Campus Activities Council. Another area for involvement is the Union Programming Board.
On-Campus Academic Leadership Programs
Following is a list of programs offered by various academic colleges across campus that provide opportunities for networking, leadership development and increased involved in the college.
College of Arts and Sciences: Leadership Scholars
Price College of Business: JC Penney Leadership Program
Price College of Business: Center for the Creation of Economic Wealth
Oklahoma Scholar-Leadership Enrichment Program (OSLEP)
Carl Albert Center: National Education for Women’s Leadership (NEW Leadership)
College of Engineering: Dean’s Leadership Council
Gaylord College of Journalism and Mass Communication: Gaylord Ambassadors
