Emerging Learning Community

The Emerging Leader Community is a residential branch of the campus-wide Emerging Leader Program. The goal of the program is to give students an opportunity to become an emerging leader of tomorrow while living in a community of other leaders. Not only will students live in a community with peers, but will also take classes with each other and work with one another in a variety of leadership activities and initiatives. It’s a fantastic opportunity to not only grow as a leader but also to develop a support network of friends and professional contacts to help students succeed here at YSU. By bringing together experienced, involved students with those new to YSU, the Emerging Leader Community has strengthened ties and encouraged collaboration across a variety of interests and involvements.

This community was first opened during the 2008-2009 school year to all first year and returning students. By bringing together experienced, involved students with those new to YSU, the Emerging Leader Community has strengthened ties and encouraged collaboration across a variety of interests and involvements.

Emerging Leader Course:

Fall Semester:                                      or                                Spring Semester : 

COUN 1588: Exploring Leadership                                       COUN 1588: Exploring Leadership

Benefits of the Program:

  • Learn more about yourself and the community around you.
  • Meet (and live with) new friends who will help you become a stronger leader.
  • Live in Kilcawley House.
  • Develop leadership abilities by engaging in new and exciting experiences.
  • Receive a certificate, notation on your transcript, pin, and cords for you to wear when you graduate from YSU!