Mississippi University for Women (MUW) is a small liberal arts college located in Columbus, Mississippi. However, though small in numbers the MUW offers many opportunities for students to get involved on campus through the Student Life Department. This summer I will be working at MUW with the Student Life Department and most of my time will be working with the Hearin Leadership Program (pictured above). After speaking with my practicum supervisor Jessica Harpole, Coordinator of Leadership and Service, I am excited because of the opportunities of growth at MUW.
The Hearin Leadership Program prepares students to become tomorrow's leaders by focusing on scholarship, leadership development, and community service. Academically, students develop self-knowledge, self-discipline, initiative, and teamwork. Leadership skills are developed through monthly events that highlight components of leadership. Lastly, Hearin Leaders participate in numerous community service projects that qualify our leaders to positively impact the workplace and the world around them.
The most exciting thing about working with this group of student leaders is the opportunity to help plan and implement the summer leadership retreat for the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) of the organization. I will be able to present to the students about programming and community service. We have started working on the itinerary and finalizing logistical items for the retreat this week.
Although majority of my time will be spent with the Hearin Leadership Program, some of my time will be with Student Activities and assisting with programming for students who stay for summer school! So wish me good luck as I continue on this journey of SERVICE and LEARNING!
-Reginald "Reggie" Lane
Reggie,
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like you are very excited about your opportunities at the W. I am happy that you are stretching yourself and trying new experiences to help shape your work as a Student Affairs practitioner. As you work in your Practicum experience, really dig deep and ask yourself..."Where do I want to be at the end of this part of my schooling?" I look forward to hearing about all of your learning experinces.
Dr. H