Ignite

CALLING ALL FRESHMEN

Join us to learn more about Ignite and let us answer any questions you may have about our Spring Freshmen Only leadership program!

    Ignite Informationals:
  • Thursday, Oct. 3rd 12:00-1:00pm – UC Bayou City RM 202
  • Tuesday, Oct. 8th 6:00-7:00pm – Cougar Village 1 N-105
  • Thursday, Oct. 10th 6:00-7:00pm – Cougar Village 1 N-105
  • Friday, Oct. 11th 10:00-11:00am – UC Bluebonnet RM 250

Applications for the Freshmen Spring 2014 session of Ignite will open September 15th – October 15th

What is Ignite?

Ignite is a group leadership program designed to help students develop their basic leadership skills.  Participants will develop their leadership potential while building relationships and having fun with other student leaders.  Peer Mentors will guide small groups through the program and create positive relationships in a supportive environment.

Each year there will be two sections of Ignite.  

  • Fall Semester:  Open to Sophomores – Seniors looking for a beginning leadership experience to build their skills and get involved on campus.  Applications accepted during the previous Spring and Summer semesters.
  • Spring Semester:  Freshmen only!  Up to 50 first year Freshmen students are selected to this beginning leadership training experience with a special emphasis on getting involved on campus and building positive relationships.  Applications are accepted during the previous Fall semester.  (September/ October).

What will I gain?

  • Fundamental leadership skills that benefit you personally and professionally
  • Confidence in your leadership skills
  • A network of friends and fellow leaders
  • An introduction to leadership opportunities on campus
  • Community Service and Social group activities

The weekly workshops will meet from 1pm to 3pm on Friday afternoons in the UC Bluebonnet Room from August 30th to November 15th and will include topics like:

  • Leadership Styles
  • Time and Stress Management
  • Public Speaking
  • Conflict Management
  • Ethical Decision Making
  • Many more!

Activities:

  • 12 – 14 Workshop meetings
  • Participating in a small group lead by a leadership Peer Mentor
  • An overnight leadership retreat
  • Planning and participation in social and community service events
  • Information about campus events and resources
  • Ignite Graduation (Saturday, November 16)

Participation Requirements:

  • A $25 program fee (upon acceptance)
  • No more than two absences throughout the program
  • Attendance at the overnight retreat September 6th-7th (back up dates September 13th – 14th)
  • Participation on at least one social event or community service planning committee

Application process and program timeline

Fall 2013
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis through August 21st.
Phone, Skype or Personal interviews will be arranged on an individual basis.

If you have any questions please contact us at ignite@uh.edu

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