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College of Natural Resources Engaging Leaders Program

 

 

 

Priority Application Deadline for Incoming Freshmen and On-Campus Transfer Students: May 5, 2013

Priority Application Deadline for
Off-Campus Transfer Students: May 30, 2013

Notification Deadline for All Students: June 5, 2013

Our Students' Perspective

"Engaging Leaders has helped me
develop my leadership skills and meet
new people in a fun way. Through this program I have made friendships that will last a lifetime. This experience is the best one I have had at NC State.

Katlyn Hardison, Transfer Student, Sport Management

"As a freshman, the tips the program gave me about presenting myself on on a professional level helped me secure a paid internship for the summer."

Jackson Russell, Freshman, Paper Science & Engineering

"It has helped me become more comfortable and acquainted with NC State. Being a transfer student, I was not sure what to expect my first few weeks here at State, but the mentors and advisers made my transition much easier."

Ashley Geiner, Transfer Student, Environmental Technology & Management

"The Engaging Leaders' Program welcome me to NC State and played a vital role in jump-starting a successful college career."

Samuel Freeze, Freshman, Fisheries, Wildlife & Conservation Biology

 

 



What is the CNR Engaging Leaders Program?

Each fall, 25 entering CNR students are selected to participate in this exciting program for incoming freshman, off-campus transfer and on-campus transfer students.

Designed to provide the personalized attention traditionally given within CNR, the program emphasizes hands-on learning, real-world applications, and relationship building with faculty, staff, students and community leaders.

 

 

 

 

Engaging Leaders helps students succeed by offering programming that results in:

  • Development of leadership skills in academic, social and public service contexts
  • Increase of cultural awareness through diverse experiences
  • Professional development through areas such as effective communication, networking, and other career services
  • Awareness of academic support services offered through CNR and NCSU including career services, tutoring services, and time management courses

 

Why become a member of the CNR Engaging Leaders Program?

  • Meet other CNR students in a wide variety of majors from around the country and the world
  • Identify and develop your personal leadership and communication skill-set
  • Become a culturally sensitive individual prepared to enter leadership positions in other organizations on campus and in professional societies
  • Learn proper business etiquette to use in a professional environment
  • Develop strong communication skills when working with different types of people
  • Become part of a group that helps the college
  • Learn about new opportunities within the college

What are the requirements for the CNR Engaging Leaders Program?

  • Must be entering the College of Natural Resources for the first time in the Summer or Fall of 2013
  • Attend the Engaging Leaders Retreat on August 23-25, 2013 (this will be an overnight program)
  • Must be free on Tuesday evenings for the bimonthly meetings between 5:30 and 7:30 p.m.
  • Participate in a minimum of 3 programs or events each semester
  • Must complete the CNR Engaging Leaders Application

Features of the Engaging Leaders Program include:

  • Kick-Off Leadership Retreat
  • Monthly seminars and events focused on our goals of leadership, cultural awareness, and professional development
  • Information on NCSU student involvement, career services and academic support
  • Tools to help identify personal leadership styles, strengths, and cultural skills
  • Mentoring from upper class students
  • One on one advising with CNR staff
  • Business Etiquette Dinner & Mix and Mingles with alumni
  • Participation in community service projects including an optional spring break trip

What are the costs associated with the Engaging Leaders Program?

  • Each student is asked to pay $65 at the beginning of the year. This fee includes:
    • Lodging, transportation, materials and most meals for retreat
    • All program supplies throughout the year
    • Transportation to all events and activities
    • Engaging Leaders t-shirt
    • Snacks for meetings and special programs
  • Scholarships are available for those students who have extreme financial need to cover the cost of all or a portion of the $65.

 

Any questions should be directed to Tiffany McLean in the Academic Affairs Office at tlmclea3@ncsu.edu.

 

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