The Leeds School of Business thrives on the strength of its network.
The Leeds School of Business thrives on the strength of its network.
At Leeds, our greatest strength lies in our community鈥攁 vibrant network of alumni, business partners and supporters. This dedicated group fuels a dynamic environment where students don鈥檛 just learn鈥攖hey thrive. Through the power of mentorship and real-world engagement, our community brings education to life, strengthens relationships and propels students toward their fullest potential.听
Mentorship: A Cornerstone of the Leeds Experience听
For 15 years, our mentorship programs have connected our community with students, providing guidance, dedicated support and valuable connections that drive personal and professional growth.听 A transformative gift in 2012 helped shape the program into what it is today, expanding its reach and ensuring comprehensive support for students at every stage of their academic journey.听听
Impact Highlights:听
- Over 9,000 student-mentor partnerships since the program's inception.
- 54% of the Class of 2024 engaged in mentoring programs during their time at Leeds.听
- 1,231 professional mentors across graduate and undergraduate programs.
- Leeds alumni comprise nearly 65% of all mentors.听
Bringing Industry to the Classroom
Our community鈥檚 impact extends beyond mentoring. Each semester, hundreds of seasoned professionals step into our classrooms to share their knowledge and spark curiosity. As guest speakers, judges, panelists听and advisors, they bring the business world to Leeds, offering students a firsthand look at the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
Impact Highlights:听
- Over 2,200 professional engagements in 2023-24.听
- 683 guest speakers and case competition judges.听
- 133 partners serving on six advisory boards.听
A Journey of Engagement听
Few embody the spirit of the Leeds community more than Chase Prieve (MKTG'14). His 15-year journey from mentee to mentor is a powerful testament to the impact of community engagement. Starting as a freshman mentee, Prieve found the guidance and inspiration that fueled his growth. Recognizing the profound value of mentorship, he quickly transitioned to becoming a mentor himself and has remained deeply committed to this role ever since.听
Over the years, Prieve has guided more than 30 students, facilitated numerous internships and continually enriched the Leeds community through his roles as a guest speaker, pitch competition judge and champion of entrepreneurship initiatives.听
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鈥淭he thing I'm most proud of is being part of something bigger than myself and watching it grow. Giving back isn't just about money; it's about your talent and time. You've got to give back to a community that has given you so much,鈥
reflected Prieve.
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