Training Overview

In this four-day program, participants will learn the essential components of leadership. Through discussions and workshops, students will develop skills for setting goals, collaborating effectively, making decisions, and achieving desired outcomes.

Day 1: On Common Ground

• Introductions expectations
• Values
• Personal stories of leadership
• Beliefs about leadership
• Women in leadership around the world
• Leadership on the Mount Holyoke campus

Day 2: Leadership Traits

• Democracy and student leadership
• Leadership styles
• Leadership skills

Day 3: Leadership in Action

• Working effectively in groups
• Confidence and assertiveness
• Dealing with conflict
• Issue assessment
• Goal setting

Day 4: Reflection and Moving Forward

• Goals for DWC issues of concern
• Challenges to leadership
• Personal goal setting
• Leadership after college
• Student Council meeting