leadership

A few weeks ago, I received an email saying that I was nominated to join a leadership program on campus. I filled out the application, and was then chosen to be in the program, called SOAR. This past weekend, I went on a mandatory retreat to Chester, Connecticut. It was so much fun! We bonded as a group by doing a ton of team-building games. Between those, we had hour long sessions outlining steps on how to become a good leader. I am so happy that I am in this program. The retreat allowed me to meet tons of people who share the same values and activities that I do. It was great. We stayed up until 3:30 am playing my new favorite game called Mafia. It was so much fun.
I'm really happy about this program because I feel that I can use the skills that I learn in my everyday experiences.
By being part of SOAR, I hope to learn how to become a stronger leader. Although I have been in leadership positions in the past, I still feel as if I still need more guidance as to how to effectively direct and motivate others. In order to do this, I believe it is necessary to find out more about myself. This is important because then I will be able to relate to others more efficiently. As an effect of getting to know myself and my values, I will be more apt to join organizations that involve my beliefs. I hope that with all this, I will become a better role model and leader throughout the campus community and other organizations in the future.


Leadership is a valuable skill to possess in any stage of your life. As a college student, knowing more about leadership will help me to succeed in the organizations that I am already involved in, along with the organizations that I will get involved in over the years. Being part of IRHA, CEN, working in admissions, and participating on the cheerleading team, I hope to eventually hold leadership positions in those areas so that I can contribute positively to the campus community. I also hope to eventually hold a position on Student Senate. By making me more confident in my leadership skills, SOAR will help me to achieve these goals. Leadership is a skill that once learned, is possessed for life. SOAR will give me the self-assurance and skills that I need to succeed in my future career. Even though I am undeclared for my major, I know that most, if not all, jobs seek out individuals with leadership potential. I believe the skills taught in SOAR will help me to reach my goals as an individual by further instilling self-confidence and bringing out the leader in me.