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What is Leadership Council?
The Leadership Council consists of co-curricular and curricular programs designed to prepare incoming first-year(including transfer) SIUC students for effective leadership. A comprehensive approach to this leadership development will include striving to engage students in thoughtful and deliberate reflections on how the choices they make and the actions they take impact themselves, the organizations which they lead, and the communities in which they live. The Leadership Council will provide programs, services, and resources to encourage students to recognize themselves as leaders, increase their understanding of the processes of leadership, and develop and practice their skills in the realm of campus community activities.

How can I apply?
All incoming first year students are encouraged to apply for membership in Leadership Council. Each spring 50 students are selected based on their cumulative GPA, ACT scores, and previous involvement experience. You may download an application for Leadership Council on the navigation bar to the right. The application deadline is May 1st.

Benefits of Participation
	$300 Book Scholarship ($150 per semester).
	Recognition Reception during Saluki Family Weekend at the All-Campus Leadership Awards Program.
	Participation in SIUC Campus-Wide Leadership Conference, Leadership Development Training Retreats and Programs.
	Recognition on a Student Involvement Transcript.
	Certification of Participation.
	Special Announcements of Involvement Opportunities
Requirements of Participation
	Participation in at Least one Leadership Conference
	Participation in at Least one service project with the Council
	Participation in at least one Registered Student Organization
	Meet one on one with the Leadership Council Advisor
	Write an essay on your philosophy and goals for being a citizen & student leader.
Involvement Options
	U-Card participation - opportunity to win a $300 gift certificate to the University Bookstore
	Social events with administrators, faculty & staff
	Opportunity to join any of over 450 Registered Student Organizations
	Volunteer opportunities
Leadership Values to be Emphasized
	Active participation in the learning community
	Ethical development and value clarification
	Awareness and development of individual potential (personal values, strengths, and abilitites)
	Appreciation and respect for human dignity and diversity
	Responsibility and accountability for one's actions
	Assist students in making a successful transition as leaders in college to leaders within the community.
Leadership Education & Development Options
	Fall & Spring Leadership Conferences
	Seminar Series - leadership education, ethical development, & civic engagement/responsibility
	Academic Course on leadership education & development
	Leadership Retreat
	Individual and group community service & service-learning opportunities