Student Leadership Academy
Engage Leader Certificate
The Engage Leader curriculum is rooted in the 6 Texas Core Objectives established by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Quantitative Skills
- Personal Responsibility
- Social Responsibility
- Teamwork
How to Apply
For more information on how to apply and current requirements, visit our V Link page: Student Leadership Academy or email us at leadership@utrgv.edu.
Sessions | Time |
Session 1: Orientation | TBA |
Session 2: Discover Your LEADership Style | TBA |
Session 3: The BIG Leadership Challenge | TBA |
Session 4: Who We Are is How We Lead | TBA |
Session 5: Some Assembly Required | TBA |
Session 6: Escape Room | TBA |
Session 7: The Power of Perceptions | TBA |
Session 1: Orientation
Session 2: Discover Your LEADership Style
As a result of attending this session:
- Students will be able to identify the four leadership styles.
- Students will propose 2 ways to collaborate with other leadership styles.
- Students will examine their leadership style through participation in discussion.
Personal Responsibility, Communication Skills
Session 3: The BIG Leadership Challenge
As a result of attending this session:
- Students will participate in activities to develop listening skills.
- Students will exhibit communication skills through participation in activities.
Teamwork, Communication Skills, Critical Thinking
Session 4: Who We Are Is How We Lead
As a result of attending this session:
- Students will be able to identify their top 3 values.
- Students will explore their ethical framework as it relates to their leadership approach.
- Students will reflect on their commitment, responsibilities, and expectations of serving in a leadership role.
Personal Responsibility, Social Responsibility
Session 5: Some Assembly Required
As a result of attending this session:
- Students will develop communication skills.
- Students will work together to learn effective team building skills.
Teamwork, Communication Skills, Critical Thinking
Session 6: Escape Room
As a result of attending this session:
- Students will learn how to work under pressure.
- Students will participate in group problem-solving.
Quantitative Skills, Communication Skills, Critical Thinking
Session 7: The Power of Perceptions
As a result of attending this session:
- Students will learn the various theories of perceptions
- Students will participate in group problem-solving.
Personal Responsibility, Social Responsibility