Emerging Leaders
Description
The Emerging Leader Program engages student leaders in learning the foundations of leadership development. This program is designed to give you an instant connection to student life here at West Georgia. Emerging Leader students commit to responsible leadership on campus and in the community and develop skills to be successful leaders in their academic, co-curricular, and social lives. Students who apply by February 1st are eligible to be considered for a $1,000 Emerging Leader Award – with the potential for renewing this award during the Sophomore year.
Participant Eligibility
- Incoming freshman
- Minimum High School GPA of 2.75
- Completed Emerging Leader application and interview
Participant Responsibilities
- Emerging Leaders Retreat, before classes begin date TBA
- UWG 1101: Leadership Course
- Membership in one or more student organizations
- UWG I 20 Passport Program
- Service Learning Project LEAD Workshops
Benefits
• Leadership experiences and new skills
• Engagement in campus activities and programs
• An instant connection to campus life
• Certificate of completion at Campus Activities Awards Program and Reception
• FUN!
How to Apply
Get Accepted to UWG – with a minimum 2.75 GPA.
After you’re accepted, complete the Emerging Leaders Program Application. Visit www.westga.edu/prep. Under the heading -Emerging Leaders Program – select Emerging Leaders Program Sign Up to complete and submit your application. Interviews and Campus Visits will take place February 21st. When your application is received, you will be contacted with additional information. For more information or to request special arrangements, call 678-839-6526 or email crystalb@westga.edu.