Student Leaders in Service

June 8-13, 2008

Student Leaders in Service is a week-long residential program for students who will be seniors in the 2008-2009 academic school year. The program exposes high school students to leadership theories and provides opportunities to practice leadership through community service, while also giving students a taste of college life.

Lead: Learn leadership theory, explore ethics, and practice leadership through simulations

Serve: Participate in community service across Birmingham: work with children, the environment, the working poor and others in need

Experience BSC: Participate in classroom exercises with BSC faculty, explore the campus, meet current students and spend fi ve nights in a BSC residence hall.

Student Leaders in Service Activities:

Ropes course and hiking
Visit Civil Rights Institute
Case studies and simulations
Public speaking opportunities
Service opportunities with various organizations, including the YWCA and Urban Ministry
Informative sessions on leadership, volunteering, and serving
On-campus activities
A week at Birmingham-Southern College

What program participants have said:

"I believe that I can more effectively encourage other high school students to volunteer and lead because of the program."

"The program incorporated what I consider the three most important aspects of leadership: leading, service, and knowing when to follow."

"I learned a lot, made new friends, and gained confidence in my leadership abilities. I am impressed with BSC and am seriously considering it as a college option."

"Student Leaders in Service allows for an opportunity to serve the community, learn about leadership, and make friends."

Student Leaders in Service pause for a group photo

Requirements: Students must be current juniors who will be seniors for the 2008-2009 school year. We require a 2.0 high school GPA and a 21 ACT or 970 SAT to be admitted. An equivalent score on the PSAT or the PLAN is acceptable.

Cost: There is a $450 fee for participants in the Student Leaders in Service program. Food, lodging, entertainment, transportation, and reading materials are included.

Application Deadline: April 1, 2008. A printable application form is available here.

For more information, Call 1-800-523-5793 ext. 4684 or e-mail ryeager@bsc.edu.