Emerging Leaders Institute
 
 

Mondays
3:00-4:30 PM
October 15, 22, 29 & November 5

 
ELI is a program for students at SUNY Geneseo who are involved with student organizations & campus activities. Through participation in the Institute, students will gain valuable knowledge and skills that will aid them in future leadership positions on campus. If you are just getting involved and are considering running for a leadership position. ELI is for you!

Why Participate?

  • To become an active, contributing member of campus life
  • To develop basic leadership skills that are practical for campus leadership and future career goals.
  • To develop friendships with other future student leaders in a series of fun and interactive leadership training sessions.
  • To earn a bronze leadership certificate.

How Does ELI Work?

  • Limited to 30 Students
  • Registration forms and nominations will be accepted until registration deadline: September 30.
  • ELI will consist of four 90-minute workshops which are held weekly

How Do I Sign Up for ELI?

  • Students will be accepted into the 2006 Emerging Leaders Institute by nomination* & recommendation
  • Self-nomination and completion of registration form are in the workshop section of this GOLD webpage
  • Nominations from student organizations, advisors, presidents/leaders, & Student and Campus Life Staff

When and Where Is ELI?

ELI begins on Monday, October 15, 2007 in the GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114.

Sample Topics to Be Covered:

  • Goal Setting and Getting Results: Leaders and organizations can accomplish amazing results through setting goals, planning, and moving in a positive direction.
  • Communication and Problem Solving: Learn the technique of getting your ideas across to others. Study ways to solve problems and resolve conflicts in groups
  • Motivation and Team Building: Successful leaders get things done by involving members. Learn how to build a team and delegate responsibilities and get the work done. Motivate, Motivate, Motivate!
  • Running Effective Meetings: Boring meetings make for boring organizations. Learn how to run meetings that are interesting and keep members coming back for more.
  • Leadership Styles: Understanding yourself and the leadership style which works best for you are two of the keys to becoming a successful leaders. Explore the theories and adopt a comfortable style for you and your organization.
  • Ethical Leadership: Choices are often difficult and leaders frequently wrestle with decisions involving ethical behavior. Learn how to do the right thing.
  • Managing Your Stress and Time: Learn how to prioritize all of your activities and still have time for yourself. Discover how to be more effective at planning and organizing yourself and your time in order to cut down on stress.
  • Diversity and Leadership: Successful leaders reach out and bring everyone together in a positive and caring community. Learn how to effectively work with diverse populations.