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Whether your student is looking to get involved with something new or gain experience for their resume, there are many ways for students to be leaders in their community. Here are a few ways your student can develop leadership skills this semester.

Leadership programs

There are many programs that allow students to gain leadership experience and meet fellow Buffs. Suggest that your student check out the following leadership programs:

• Alternative Breaks site leader: Plan and lead an Alternative Breaks trip for a group of students over spring break.Ìý

• Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ GOLD: Learn about leadership and improve your skills.

• Journey Leader program: Help welcome new students and families to Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ Boulder.

• Resident advisors (RA): Create an inclusive community and make a difference in Residence Life.

• Climate Justice Leadership Alliance: Develop and implement campus and community actions for climate justice.

Participation in a student board or committee

Joining a student board or committee lets students use theirÌý voice and help make decisions that affect our campus community. Here are some opportunities for your student to consider:

• Center for Student Involvement (CSI) Board: Develop programs and educational opportunities to enrich the campus experience for Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ Boulder students.

• Cultural Events Board: Broaden cultural knowledge by supporting the voices of underrepresented and misrepresented groups on campus, thereby promoting student engagement with their platforms.

• Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ Student Government (Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵSG): Serve your peers, make a difference and leave your mark at Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ Boulder by participating in student government.

• Dean of Students Leadership & Values Council: Share ideas, counsel and feedback regarding issues that affect the student body.

• Environmental Center Board: Advocate for campus environmental policy, determine funding for innovative sustainability projects, get practical experience and more.

• Rec Center Board: Promote the improvement of the Recreation Center and the university community through planning and positive action.Ìý

• Student Health Board: Implement programs, provide information and connect students with resources to improve health on and off campus.

• UMC Board: Create policy, develop creative solutions to challenging issues and grow your leadership skills.

• Volunteer Resource Center (VRC) Board: Through policy-making, leadership and outreach, being part of the VRC Board can help you advocate for and provide services to meet campus and community needs.

• Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Student Advisory Committee: Provide counsel and feedback to the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs on the student experience at Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ Boulder.

Leadership roles in a club or organization

Most student organizations, fraternities and sororities have leadership roles for students to fill. These roles offer a chance to develop various skills and experiences your student can use well after your time at Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ Boulder.

If your student isn’t involved with a group or organization yet, encourage them to join one! With more than 500 student organizations, there’s something for everyone. Students can browse to explore student groups by topic or alphabetical list, and they can register for fraternity or sorority recruitment if they are interested in participating in Greek life.

Volunteering in the community

Volunteering is a great way for students to be a leader, both on-campus and in Boulder. Not only can students meet new people and make a positive difference in their community, but there are also many options to fit their schedule. Encourage your student to visit the Volunteer Resource Center to learn more and find opportunities.

Gaining leadership skills and experience to add to your student’s resume can help them when the time comes to look for a job or internship. Students can learn more about building all types of skills through the Skills for Success program with Career Services.