Distinction Students Speak

"Participating in the Distinction in Leadership Studies program greatly enhanced my coursework at BSC. I found the program immediately applicable to my life outside the classroom as well as in my studies…for the first time, I was able to recognize my capacity to serve others in positions of leadership and found support for my desire to do so."
– Miriam Smith (DLS '09), graduate student pursuing Master of Divinity/Master of Social Work at DukeUniversity

"The Distinction in Leadership Studies program has provided endless opportunities in and outside the classroom. The entire program, from in-depth leadership analysis to practical, real-world leadership experiences, has better prepared me for a career in public service."
– Art Richey (DLS '09), 2008 Truman Scholar and student at the University of Alabama Law School

"Leadership Studies enriched my college experience not only through the development of my personal leadership skills but also through the study of leadership theory and its practical application in virtually every situation."
– Claire Davis (DLS '10), Peace Corps Youth Development member in Educator

"The Distinction in Leadership Studies program taught me to work hard, think differently, and explore the world around me."
– Kathleen Smith (DLS '10), AmeriCorps member at Impact Alabama

"Leadership Studies is the epitome of the personalizededucation that is unique to Birmingham-Southern."
– Sarah Katherine Masters (DLS '11), graduate student in sports management at the University of Glamorgan in Pontypridd, Wales

"Beyond being a great addition to my academic career at BSC, the Leadership Studies program has opened many doors for me both scholastically and professionally that would not have been available to me otherwise."
– Will Breland (DLS '11), Teach for America, New York City