LEAD Auburn

LEAD Auburn envisions all Auburn students as thoughtful leaders who are motivated to leave a positive impact in their communities.

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Invest In Yourself

As a Leader

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The Certified Student Leadership Program is where participants are introduced to leadership development, learn about their own leadership styles, and connect with other upcoming student leaders on campus. This program has two phases, each 8-weeks long. Students can become a Certified Student Leader from Student Involvement following completion of these phases! Applications Close January 31, 2025, at 5:00 pm!

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Special Events are one-time, low commitment experiences for students to refine their leadership skills. From Etiquette Dinners that teach professional dining etiquette, to Lunch and Learns featuring insights from industry experts, these engaging sessions provide opportunities to connect with peers and cultivate leadership potential. Lunch and Learn events are held twice per semester, while Etiquette Dinners occur once per semester. 

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LEAD Auburn offers tailored workshops for student groups to explore leadership principles, identify personal leadership styles and strengths, and foster collaborative learning environments. Workshops can be selected from existing topics or customized to meet organizational needs and include access to CliftonStrengths resources for personal and group development.

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Our Travel Experiences are unique, day-long trips to Alabama cities that provide immersive leadership development opportunities. These free, off-campus excursions occur once per semester, enabling students to explore the historical, economic, educational, and cultural aspects of a city while engaging with community and industry leaders in diverse contexts.