The Center for Student Involvement & Leadership sponsors a number of leadership development programs and services. Opportunities to serve in leadership roles are available in many other departments and programs on campus. Several opportunities are featured through links from this page.

The Freshman Leader Scholar Program is a highly selective program of intensive leadership training for new students. Applications are accepted during September of each year.

The Leadership Alliance is a program designed to involve student leaders at Slippery Rock University with student leaders from Westminster College, Thiel College, Youngstown State University, Lake Erie College, and Walsh University. Students participate in retreats and workshops where they get to know one another, learn skills related to leadership, and discuss issues and concerns regarding campus challenges.

The Office of Residence Life seeks student leaders to serve as Community Assistants in the residence halls. Responsibilities include facilitating community with the residence hall, assisting students with academic and personal concerns, developing and implementing educational and social programs, reporting health, safety, and behavioral concerns, and completing other administrative responsibilities.

University Programming Board (UPB) provides students with the opportunities to work on events that offered throughout the school year. Students can choose to work on committees dealing with Arts & Entertainment, Major Events, University Events, Weekend Programs, Lectures, Cultural Diversity, and Public Relations. The committees offer an excellent opportunity for students to develop and enhance their leadership skills. For meeting times and further information, contact a member of the UPB Executive Board.

SRU fraternities and sororities offer student leadership opportunities through executive boards of the their organization. Students can serve on the Panhellenic Association, Interfraternity Council or the National Pan-Hellenic Council.

The Honors Program offers students the opportunity to challenge themselves both in the classroom and out. Honors classes provide students with a fast paced working environment and help students to maintain a dedicated study routine. The Honors Program offers several leadership opportunities to serve on their executive board, work with a committee or join the Peer Mentoring Program.

The Student Government Association (SGA) is an association on campus that governs the clubs and organizations on campus. In addition, SGA provides funds for the majority of events and activities that occur on campus. SGA provides an excellent opportunity for students to expand their leadership abilities by running for an executive board or senate seat.

SRU’s Army ROTC provides those interested with the opportunity to prepare for service after graduation. Cadets learn values and skills that will later supplement their potential promotion as a Second Lieutenant.

The Council of Student Leaders is a discussion forum for student organization presidents. Presidents are invited to attend monthly meetings to offer suggestions, share information, and participate in leadership development activities.

Educational seminars are offered routinely by the Center for Student Involvement & Leadership. These seminars are generally open to any interested student. Information concerning educational seminars and workshops is usually posted on campus bulletin boards.

Leadership resources are available in the Center for Student Involvement & Leadership. Brochures, pamphlets, and other materials are available on a wide range of topics including developing leadership skills, stress management, parliamentary procedure, organization, development, etc. Materials are available for review during regular office hours.

Contact Information

Chris Cole , Director, University Union/
Center for Student Involvement and Leadership
724-738-2718