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Leadership Opportunities

Leadership Opportunities at Columbus State

 

Club Leadership Program

SEaL supervises/advises up to 40 clubs each semester; beginning this fall, SEaL will offer the Club Leadership Program, a  new programming series designed for club leaders; the program offers training and support to develop leadership skills. Club leaders are invited from each club to participate and develop their club’s success through regular attendance at the following programs:

Club Leadership Program, Fall 2012
September 19, 2012,   Advisor Breakfast and Luncheon, 8:00- 9:00 a.m. or Noon- 1:00 p.m.
September 20, 2012, Fall Kick off, 12:00-1:00 pm
October 18, 2012, Nuts and Bolts, 12:00 -1:00 pm
November 15, 2012, Meet the President, 12:00 – 1:00 pm

This program provides students with a leadership skill set that will help student succeed within their club or in other leadership roles within the community. The Club Leadership Program is aimed toward teaching student leaders the fundamentals of leadership and how to apply those fundamentals to a student's involvement on campus and in the classroom. The program will focus on navigating leadership in college; however, the fundamentals taught in the program can be applied outside the classroom, within the workplace.

 

Collegiate Leadership Conference of Ohio

The Collegiate Leadership Conference of Ohio (CLCO) is held each November at Columbus State Community College. The annual conference is hosted by Student Engagement and Leadership and the Student Ambassador Leadership Program. CLCO's objective is to reach out to college students across Ohio and teach them leadership skills that can be used in their daily lives and in their future jobs. It is a way to network with other college students who are just as passionate about leadership as a way of life.

The CLCO Conference Committee is currently in works actively planning the next conference, "Leaders to Legends" for November 8 & 9, 2013.

 

Columbus State Leadership Society (CSLS)

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New students, do you want to gain valuable leadership skills? Participate in Columbus States’ very own leadership society designed to enhance the first year experience for students. Students will learn about the four cornerstones in which CSLS is built; Integrity, Passion, Vision and Service.

With a renewed focus toward student success, engagement and retention, CSLS engages students and provides tools for successful learning; involvement increases the value of the college experience because students who choose to get involved in co-curricular activities have a higher success rate, particularly in the perspective of Pascarella and Terenzini; they stated in How College Affects Students (1991), "students who are actively involved in both academic and out-of-class activities gain more from the college experience than those who are not so involved.”

For more information, see the FAQ for requirements and application process.

 

Leadershops

You are at CSCC to get an education, so you might as well take advantage of every opportunity, right? Leadershops (workshops) are all about developing leadership skills while enriching your college experience. The workshops dive into complex issues challenging leadership today in a fun, energetic and interactive environment. Leadershops help today's college student further develop the leadership skills imperative to educational success through practical hands-on activities and interactive presentations.

Why Attend a Leadershop?

  • They're free.
  • They're short - only an hour or two.
  • You can attend as many as you want.
  • They're jam-packed with information relevant to your life.
  • They're taught by experts, counselors, advisors and professors.
  • You don't need to sign up or register in advance. Just show up with your CSCC student I.D.

Leadershops (Wednesdays, Noon to 1:00 p.m. in UN 223):

  • February 13 — Motivating Yourself and Others
  • March 6 — Facilitation Skills & How to Handle Mistakes
  • April 10 — Representing your Institution while being a person of character

 

Student Ambassador Leadership Program (SALP)

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Applications open February 1st!

The Student Ambassador Leadership Program provides students the opportunity to develop leadership skills while participating in various public relations, recruiting, and leadership programs at Columbus State; Student Ambassadors also earn money to help pay for tuition and other educational expenses. There are two tiers of participation; junior ambassadors are new to the program and required to attend weekly training and work 10 hours a week; senior ambassadors additionally serve as mentors to the junior ambassadors and chairpersons to wellness, leadership, service, recruitment, tours, and/or scheduling. Recruitment for 2013-2014 Student Ambassadors begins in March of each year. Membership in the Columbus State Student Ambassador Program is limited, but there are other leadership opportunities on campus.

SALP Program Objectives

  • Develop a community of effective student leaders
  • Play an integral role in a wide range of campus initiatives
  • Follow the mission vision and goals of SEaL
  • Develop a personal leadership philosophy that reflects self-reflection, knowledge and capabilities
  • Expand the students capacity to lead cross-functional initiatives and projects
  • Develop a professional network

SALP Program Participation Requirements

  • Enroll and attend CSCC classes no less than 5 hours per semester
  • Be a current CSCC student enrolled in classes
  • Attend all weekly training meetings, including during semester breaks, every Wednesday from 2:00-4:00 p.m.
  • Work through semester breaks at scheduled assignments and as needed
  • Conduct a campus tour once a week at the Welcome Center
  • Attend one Saturday retreat per semester
  • Assist in planning and attend annual Collegiate Leadership Conference of Ohio in Nov hosted by CSCC Student Engagement and Leadership, Student Ambassadors.
  • Work Office hours for Student Ambassadors and Student Engagement and Leadership
  • Participate in program activities and assignments as designated by the SEaL Staff
  • Work a minimum of 5 hours per week
  • Adhere to the Student Code of Conduct Policy No. 7-10

The goals of the Junior Ambassadors are to:

  • Inform prospective students and parents interested in Columbus State Community College about all facets of Columbus State life -- academic programs, faculty and students, physical facilities, social opportunities, and student services.
  • Create Wellness, Community Service, Educational, Leadership and Social programming
  • Contribute to campus life by demonstrating sincerity, enthusiasm, credibility, interest, and helpfulness.
  • Represent Columbus State as volunteers at events around the community
  • Support the sense of community among students, staff and faculty
  • Are visible and enthusiastic campus leaders

Activities of the Ambassadors include:

  • Represent Columbus State Community College and practice all principals of professionalism both on and off campus.
  • Provide campus tours to college visitors.
  • Implement and coordinate projects and programs for CSCC student body
  • Participate in Community Service opportunities
  • Create and present leadership workshops.
  • Assist, as needed, at special recruitment and campus wide events that occur throughout the year.
  • Assist and support assessment efforts within SEaL
  • Attend weekly training sessions.
  • Participate in the recruitment and interview process for new ambassadors
  • Know the history of  Columbus State Community College, as well as, current and upcoming events

Selection criteria include:

  • Recruitment begins Spring Semester start date Summer Semester
  • Submit Application (due date April), Essays and Recommendation form by posted due date
  • Attend a mandatory information session and interview
  • Submit application form
  • Must have attended Columbus State for 1 semester prior to applying
  • Must have a GPA of 2.7
  • Currently enrolled at CSCC
  • Dedication to the group and ability to commit necessary time (ten hours a week)
  • Sincere desire to represent Columbus State Community College
  • Quality oral communication and articulation
  • Appearance/positive image
  • Motivation
  • Teamwork ability
  • Dependability
  • Problem Solving Skills
  • Flexibility/Openness

Although hard work and commitment are required (ten hours per week), much of the individual participation in activities can be worked around Ambassadors’ class and study schedules.

Junior Ambassadors enjoy important advantages from membership:

  • Leadership development
  • Unparalleled experience in public relations (meeting people, public speaking, representing the College) which develops the skills and confidence vital to success in job interviews and career advancement
  • Being part of a dynamic, helping organization
  • Opportunity to work with and learn from Columbus State Community College staff
  • Networking among faculty, staff, students, and administration assist on campus, and references upon graduation
  • Community service opportunities
  • Opportunities to develop leadership skills and a professional resume
  • Participation in a close-knit, nurturing student organization which enables members to feel more "connected" to the College

Senior Ambassadors position responsibilities and goals:

  • Conduct leadership training seminars for student ambassadors
  • Serve on campus wide committees
  • Provide assistance to Student Engagement and Leadership
  • Develop specials projects and lead juniors in projects
  • Mentor Junior Ambassadors
  • Serve as the Chair(s)  to Wellness, Community Service, Educational, Leadership and Social programming, Recruitment and Admissions (tours)Department
  • Contribute to campus life by demonstrating sincerity, enthusiasm, credibility, interest, and helpfulness.
  • To bring greater awareness to the campus community about the services provided by the Student Ambassador Program
  • Enforce mission, vision and values of Student Ambassador Program and Student Engagement and Leadership
  • Attend SEaL staff meeting as required by Assistant Director

Activities of the Senior Ambassadors include:

  • Representing Columbus State Community College, by giving campus tours to college visitors.
  • Conducting weekly leadership training meetings with junior ambassadors and making leadership presentations
  • Assisting, as needed, at special recruitment events that occur throughout the year.
  • Attending weekly senior meetings.
  • Facilitate mentoring of junior student ambassadors
  • Create and implement projects as well as assist and guide juniors with projects and programs
  • Represent the department and students on campus wide committees
  • Participate in the recruitment and interview process
  • Knowing the history of  Columbus State Community College, as well as, current and upcoming events
  • General duties of all Senior Ambassadors Include:
    Leading the way
    Posting opportunities—checking on status
    Collaborating with other departments
    Representing SEaL and student body on campus committees
    Holding office hours
    Communicate all details to staff and partners on events and programs

Selection criteria include:

  • Successful completion as a Junior Ambassador
  • Dedication to the group and ability to commit necessary time (ten hours a week)
  • Sincere desire to represent Columbus State Community College
  • Ability to lead a team and critique peers
  • Quality of oral communication and articulation
  • Appearance/positive image
  • Motivation and teamwork ability
  • Dependability
  • Problem Solving Skills
  • Flexibility/Openness

Senior Ambassadors enjoy important advantages from membership:

  • Unparalleled experience in public relations (meeting people, public speaking, representing the College) which develops the skills and confidence vital to success in job interviews and career advancement
    Leading a dynamic, helping organization
    Opportunity to work with and learn from Columbus State Community College staff
    Broaden contacts among faculty, staff, students, and administration for pleasure, help on campus, and references upon graduation
    Opportunities to practice leadership skills and build a professional resume
    Participation in a close-knit, nurturing student organization which enables members to feel more "connected" to the College

Senior Ambassador Chair Positions:

1)   Admissions, Recruitment, & Scheduling Chair    
2)   Community Service and Outreach Programming Chair
3)   Leadership Programming Chair
4)   Special Events Programming Chair
5)   Wellness Programming Chair

 

WWYD? Leadership Series

WWYD? Leadership Series flier

“What Would You Do?” is a New Leadership Series which focuses on ethical decision making and responsibility. The goal of the program is to engage the campus community in dialogue about developing a diverse perspective in order to make ethical decisions expressing respect, inclusivity, and responsibility. The leadership program will include a reenactment or video of a real-life scenario, followed by a guest panel and open forum discussion.

What is ethical decision making?

Every community is greatly affected by how people utilize decision making and how they incorporate ethics in that process. But what does it take for a decision to be ethical? Experts say that if a decision is morally and legally accepted by the larger community, then that decision is ethical. The term ethics is used to describe a set of standards and principles which dictate how a person acts and behaves. People make decisions every single day. WWYD? Which decision is the right one?

What is inclusivity?

To practice being inclusive means that all members or participants are welcomed, instead of excluded, judged, or evaluated on the grounds of gender, race, class, sexuality, disability, etc. It is important for members of an educational community to embrace and celebrate diversity; SEaL welcomes participation from students, faculty, and staff to engage in this important dialogue.

What are the benefits of participation?

  • Development of leadership skills.
  • Build meaningful connections with other students, faculty, staff and/or off-campus guests.
  • Students who elect to participate in 3 of 6 workshops and write a reflection essay (two pages in length) will receive an Ethical Leadership Certificate, acknowledging participation in the program.

2012-2013 WWYD? Leadership Series

  • September 28, 2012, Would you limit another person’s free speech?
  • October 26, 2012, Would you stop domestic violence, if you saw/heard someone being hurt?
  • November 30, 2012, Would you give your spare change to help a homeless/hungry person?
  • February 15, 2013, Would you stay silent in an unhealthy relationship?
  • March 29, 2013, Would you refuse to use a bathroom if it was transgender assessable?
  • April 26, 2013,  Would you discriminate against someone because they have a disability or mental illness?