Collegian Applications Now Available
The Griffiths Leadership Society is seeking women students with a variety of career interests to participate in the program. Through participation, student members are sure to gain increased insight into the unique issues that women face in the workplace and personal life as well as develop friendships with women who can help them find or maintain the path to successs.
Ideal candidates will have strong leadersihp skills, outstanding scholarship, a positive attitude and a sincere interest in personal and professional growth. Applicants must be enrolled in the 2011-12 school year as a junior, senior or graduate-level or professional student in good standing with the university. Applicants also must be in good academic standing, demostrate service to the university and community, possess leadership skills, and be a member of the Mizzou Alumni Association (not required at the time of application).
Members are required to attend two conferences held on a Friday evening and Saturday. The 2011-12 conferences are scheduled for Oct. 28 & 29, 2011, and April 13 & 14, 2012. Members also must commit to a mentor-mentee relationship. Mentors are assigned to student members based on some commonality such as major/career field, student activities, geographic location, or other interests.
The cost to participate in the program is $50 per year. Annual dues help cover the cost of all meals scheduled during the bi-annual conferences as well as all meeting supplies and activities. Scholarship opportunities are available for students who need assistance.
Click here to download a copy of the application. Applications are due to the Mizzou Alumni Association by 5 pm on Wednesday, April 13. Contact Carin Huffman Grinch, Mizzou Alumni Association, at 573-884-3204 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) with questions.