The art and skill of leadership is highly valued in the professional world. Across all majors, backgrounds and skill sets, past generations seek to hand leadership to the future generations.
Even with good examples a person may still feel unsure of how to put these skills to practice.
The bridge between having knowledge of leadership and being able to use that knowledge is what the Lighthouse Academy program seeks to build.
The student-run program will feature a series of workshops, according to Steven Washington, student trustee for and one of the founding members of the program.
A kickoff event for the program will be held in Orndorff Theater at 8 p.m. on Feb. 13.
“The Lighthouse Academy program is focused around the belief that in order to be effective leaders, a person needs to know themselves first,” Washington said.
The workshops are open to first- and second-year students and will focus around three skill sets: Communication, emotional intelligence and adaptability. While some college classrooms focus on leadership, the program will help introduce students to soft-skills they may not have learned yet. Being able to connect and communicate with others is part of the practical application the program offers.
The Lighthouse Academy program is a first-time program, and while it is supported by the university and external partners, it was formed by SU students and will be run by them.
There is already a leadership team in place for the program. However, those wishing to learn, lead and meet the team’s standards are welcome.
Those interested in more information about the Lighthouse Academy can contact Washington at sw7418@ship.edu.
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