Creative Leadership, Innovation and Service

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Creative Leadership, Innovation and Service

Explore your potential in leadership and service at UD! Whether you’re looking for a one-semester certificate in leading, an alternative break service program, becoming a TEDx speaker or attending one of our campus events, we have myriad opportunities for you to get involved.

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Program Benefits

Students participate in Newark Community Cleanup

Why Leadership and Service Matters

Through co-curricular experiences, students who participate in leadership and development during their college years graduate with confidence and self-awareness, the ability to work effectively on a team, knowledge on how to create change in the community and tactile leadership experience applicable to any job or industry.

Leadership Domains

Our work is grounded in a multitude of student leadership development theories and focuses on five leadership domains:

Self-Understanding & Integrity
Communication
Collaboration
Strategy & Reasoning
Creating Impact

What We Offer

One-semester and year-long co-curricular certificates in leadership
Monthly service opportunities
Week-long alternative break programs in locations like New Bern, NC and Puerto Rico
Campus-wide events that empower attendees to spark positive change
Custom workshops and trainings for student organizations, athletic teams, departments and more
Opportunities to grow into your own leadership journey, such as serving as a peer mentor or a site leader
Opportunities to build your resume and prepare for life beyond UD