For Immediate Release

Contact: John M. Martino
Phone Number:  (215) 895-1186
Date: 02/11/03

University of the Sciences in Philadelphia Establishes Student Leadership Center 

Grooming future leaders in the ever-emerging health and science fields has always been a focus at University of the Sciences in Philadelphia (USP). The University has enhanced this objective by establishing its Student Leadership Center, designed to provide leadership programs for USP students and selected secondary education students. According to Len Farber, USP’s director of student life, the center, through its innovative and structured programs, aims to “empower our students to not only think about leadership and its applications but how they can empower other students to promote leadership on our campus, the community around us and in their chosen career.” Listed below are some features of the center:

Programs for USP students:

· Leadership Development Course – This social science course is designed to introduce students to key components (behaviors and characteristics) that have been found to be integral to successful leadership

· Fall Leadership Conference – This two-day conference facilitates training for all new and returning student leaders.

· Emerging Leader Workshop – This series of five workshops is designed to develop the skills of new leaders and prepare them as they take on advanced responsibilities within their organizations.

· Organizational Development Consultation and Workshops – Through consultation and workshops students will gain information and training to further enhance their organizations.

· Co-curricular Transcript – The transcript will document meaningful co-curricular experiences and achievements that demonstrate the individual’s leadership abilities.

· Leadership Library – The library will have the latest books and resources for students. Many resources will be available on-line for students including leadership assessment tools.

· Leadership Scholars Program – This is a curriculum-based structured program that provides a unified, structured learning experience for the development of the student as a leader over the course of the entire college experience. Students enrolled in the program will live in a small learning community within the residence hall and share other common experiences with their academic experience.

Programs for Secondary Education Students

· Pre-College Leadership Institute – This program is designed for students completing their junior year of high school with an interest in health care/sciences and leadership.

· Fall Leadership Program – This program will take place on Saturdays and will include partnering with a USP student for community service activities. The program will explore the relationship between leadership and civic responsibilities.

· Leadership Library – The library will help to serve secondary students who hope to achieve a broader understanding of the issues of leadership, civic involvement, and connections to health care/sciences.

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