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Temple University Summer Programs

This summer, your students can explore some of the fields of study available at Temple University while they're still in high school by attending a pre-college program. 

They'll experience our vibrant urban campus in Philadelphia, make new friends, and get a head start on their college experiences. Our customizable two- and four-week programs allow students to: 

  • Immerse themselves in hands-on workshops in sports management, debate, public health, coding, psychology, law, art, political science, business, advertising, and more.
  • Live on campus and try out what it's like to be a college student
  • Build lifelong friendships
  • Develop their sense of independence
  • Earn college credit and secure a Temple tuition grant* 

Visit  https://summer.temple.edu/precollege  for more information

 

Rotary Youth Leadership Awards Conference

SOPHOMORES: Rotary Youth Leadership Awards Conference to be held February 7-9th 2020  at the Freedom Foundations in Valley Forge, PA.  There are two steps to complete if you are looking to be considered for this opportunity.  First step, please contact Mr. Findora (rfindora@ucfsd.net) for necessary application/documentation and return a completed application (including copies of insurance cards -front and back), medical form, photo release, and cancellation fee acknowledgement) to the Counseling Center by December 19th, 2019 to be considered for a spot in the RYLA conference. All signatures are required for the applications to be complete.  Please do NOT mail any of your application paperwork to anyone, you are to turn the paperwork into the secretaries in the counseling center.  Second step, CLICK HERE and scroll to the bottom to complete the online registration (also due by December 19th, 2019).  Unionville is allotted twelve spots at RYLA; we will notify you by January 10th 2020, if you are selected to represent UHS at RYLA. 

 

Please access the link below for more information on the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards Conference.

 

http://rotarydistrict7450.org/ryla

 

Like HOBY, you need to be able to commit to this leadership weekend (Feb. 7th-9th, 2020). Please talk it over with your parent or guardian and review your calendar (please consider sports schedules and other extracurricular and family commitments when making your decision). If you are interested in attending, please complete all sections of the attached application .  Again, all application materials are due by December 19th, 2019.  Late applications will not be accepted.

 

HOBY Youth Leadership Conference- Application for UHS Ambassador

The Hugh O'Brien Youth Leadership mission is to provide lifelong leadership development opportunities that empower individuals to achieve their highest potential. The 3 day leadership seminar motivates and develops future leaders by preparing them for leadership positions in their school and helps them expand the talents that will serve them and their community in the future.
The purpose of the seminar is to give students the opportunity to meet, interact and learn from regionally, nationally and internationally renowned leaders in business, government, and education. Find out more about the great opportunities and wonderful experience the HOBY organization offers to our students at the HOBY Youth Leadership Conference (www.hoby.org- refer to the site for information, but do not register).
 
All sophomores are eligible to apply. Two UHS student ambassadors will be selected.
The selection committee is looking for candidates who strive to motivate and empower other students to make a positive difference within our global society through understanding and action. Through words and actions, these candidate must practice effective and compassionate leadership. The UHS ambassadors will be selected based on leadership ability, sensitivity to others, and the desire to communicate your knowledge to your peers. The essay is part of the selection process.
In 500-600 words, please describe the most rewarding or challenging aspect of being a leader in your community, and how you demonstrate the qualities of leadership that the HOBY ambassador should embody.
 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 18th, 2019  

CONFERENCE DATES:  JUNE 5th- JUNE 7th, 2020

 
 

 

 

MERCY COLLEGE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

SUMMER LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

 

The Leadership Academy at Mercy College is geared towards students who have a passion for business and demonstrated leadership and public speaking skills.

We invite you to nominate your students to apply to our Summer Leadership Academy. Last year we received over 1,000 nominations from around the country from which we accepted 200 students to attend.

Previous Unionville attendees include: Skyler Lambert, Samantha Mariani, Jennifer Gilpin, Spencer Kramer, Amanda Denucci

The weeklong Academy is held at our Westchester campus on the Hudson River and students visit our Manhattan campus near Times Square. Students learn leadership lessons from leaders at top global companies, match a personality assessment to potential careers, and participate in team-building activities.

In addition, students visit Fortune 500 companies. Past visits have included Microsoft/LinkedIn, Disney/ESPN, PWC, and MTV, among others.

There is no charge for tuition and students stay in the dorm for free. Students simply need to provide their own transportation to and from campus, as well as a check in the amount of $300 for food.

CRITERIA:

· current juniors (rising seniors) with a passion for business

· cumulative, weighted, GPA above 90 (3.5 on 4.0 scale, 4.0 on 5.0 scale)

· demonstrated leadership activities and strong public speaking skills

We are accepting students on a rolling basis. As spots are limited, we encourage students to apply at their earliest convenience. Priority review will be given to students who apply by January 1, 2020, with guaranteed response within 10-14 business days.

Please submit your nominees via this link: Nominate: Leadership Academy at Mercy College

Erica Toretta

Leadership Academy at Mercy College

E: leadershipacademy@mercy.edu

P: 914.674.7482

F: 914.674.7493

Visit us at Leadership Academy at Mercy College for session dates, agenda items, and FAQs!