Carleton University Student Leadership Initiative

The Carleton University Student Leadership Initiative (CUSLI) offers a unique opportunity for students to discover and grow their leadership potential. Through a series of seven interactive sessions, CUSLI combines keynote speakers, hands-on activities, and immersive learning experiences designed to help students navigate complex challenges and drive meaningful change. Participants will develop self-awareness, gain critical skills for complex conversations, and collaborate with peers to refine their own leadership styles. By the end of the term, students will be ready to lead teams, projects, and discussions that inspire action and innovation.

Schedule for Winter 2025

Sessions will be held on Saturday mornings, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm in the Future Learning Lab on the 4^th floor of MacOdrum Library. Students who complete the CUSLI will be invited to attend a celebration of achievement at the end of the term.

Workshop 1 – January 18

Workshop 2 – January 25

February 1 – SOAR Leadership Conference

Workshop 4 – February 8

Workshop 5 – March 1

Workshop 6 – March 8

Workshop 7 – March 15

Capstone Event (Date TBD)

Each student who attends all scheduled workshops on the dates above will receive a certificate of completion, and formal credit on their co-curricular record.

For questions about the program or the application process, contact Millie Close (Millie.Close@carleton.ca).

Application

Ready to make an impact? Submit the form below. Submissions will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. on December 6, 2024.

Name(Required)

First Last

Carleton ID Number(Required)

Carleton Email Address(Required)

Degree(Required)

Please write your degree program (Bachelor of…) and indicate any majors, minors or program elements.

Faculty(Required)

Year Standing(Required)

Will you be completing a co-op work term in Winter 2025?(Required)

Yes

Are you registered in a course in Winter 2025?(Required)

Yes

Please upload a recent copy of your CV or Resume(Required)

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, Max. file size: 15 MB.

PDF is preferred when possible.

Statement of Interest(Required)

If you are interested in participating, and you anticipate being available for the scheduled sessions, please include a brief statement describing why you are interested in participating in CUSLI, why you feel you are a good fit, and identify how CUSLI can support your goals. Please be concise, and keep statements to 250 words or less.

Do you require any accessibility accommodations to fully participate in CUSLI?(Required)

Yes

Sessions will include guest speakers, interactive workshops, collaborative discussion, and will be hosted in the Future Learning Lab on the 4th floor of the Library.

If yes, please specify:

Do you anticipate that loss of income on would prevent you from participating in workshops on Saturday mornings?

Yes

Funding for CUSLI participation is not yet confirmed. If approved, up to $250 per student may be available to support those who would otherwise be unable to participate, awarded upon program completion.

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