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Student Leadership Academy is a joint program between Kent State University at Stark and Stark State College. The academy is designed to help you learn about yourself and develop valuable skills when it works for you!
Our program is based on critical skills employers look for: communication, leadership, financial literacy, cultural competency and professionalism.
If you want to build your resume, enhance your online professional presence, meet new people and prove that you are motivated, then Student Leadership Academy is a great choice! No previous leadership experience is necessary.
SESSION TOPICS
Let us know you’re planning to participate by registering for your sessions of choice below. Attend four sessions over the academic year (September 1, 2025 – December 1, 2025) and earn a certificate. It’s that simple. Session descriptions are listed below.
FALL 2025
Kick Off – Friends in a Flash
Wednesday, Sept. 10
Noon – 1 p.m.
Stark State College Courtyard
Come network, learn about the Student Leadership Academy and create connections with students on campus in a speed friending event. Come network and make a new friend!
Position Yourself for Success
Tuesday, Oct. 14
Noon – 1 p.m.
Stark State College Room S205
+ Register on Handshake
In this personal leadership-focused session, come discover ways to position yourself for success by tapping into your strengths, building your influence, and developing the confidence to lead from wherever you are.
*A light lunch will be provided
Personal Wellness
Tuesday, Oct. 21
Noon – 1 p.m.
Zoom: https://starkstate-edu.zoom.us/my/ssc.studentlife
Kent State Stark Counseling Services will share about their services and tips and tricks to help you cope with the daily stresses of life, inside and outside the classroom. Resources for both Stark State College & Kent State Stark Counseling Services will also be available.
Responsible leadership: Chat GPT & Other AI Tools – How and When to Use Them
Tuesday, Oct. 28
Noon – 1 p.m. // Zoom
+ Register on Handshake
Curious about Chat GPT and other AI tools? Learn the basics on how AI tools work and when and if you should use them for research.
Career Connected: Professional Polish and Social Media
Tuesday, Nov. 18
Noon – 1 p.m.
Zoom link: https://starkstate-edu.zoom.us/my/ssc.studentlife
Add just three essential tools to your career search toolbox, and you’ll be all set to enhance your LinkedIn profile, connect with new people, navigate networking opportunities, and kickstart your job search or career journey.
FALL SESSION FEEDBACK
- Please complete a brief evaluation at the end of each session you attend. This will help us decide how effective each session is and if we should offer it in the future.
HOW TO EARN A CERTIFICATE
- Complete four sessions to receive a certificate.
- You choose the sessions you want to attend via Zoom, Handshake, Skills to Succeed or in person.
- Any combination of in-person sessions or special session offerings will be accepted.
- A completion certificate will be emailed to you.
TIPS YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Student Leadership Academy All Access is a partnership between Kent State University at Stark and Stark State College.
- E-mail your online session information to earn credit to Shari Brooks sbrooks@starkstate.edu.
