Cultivating the leadership skills that will transfer into life after Keene State is a very important facet of being involved in student organizations and activities. The Student Center offers many different ways to become involved and gain valuable leadership experience.

Applications now open for the 2012 International Service Trip!This year 14 students will have the chance to travel to Jamaica for the 2012 International Service Trip. This year's program will be offered along with Amizade Global Service-Learning. Amizade volunteers have the opportunity to learn about local history and culture, and explore the beauty of Jamaica's urban, rural, and coastal areas: and serve with the Association of Clubs (AOC) , a well established community organization.

Volunteers tutor local students, provide computer instruction, and participate in construction, maintenance and repair initiatives, and much more. Volunteers do not need prior experience in tutoring or construction as all projects are supervised by a very knowledgeable site director. Amizade volunteers in Petersfield stay with local families in "homestays", designed to give an opportunity for both further cultural learning and deeper personal relationships.

Applications are open now through Wednesday, Oct. 5th at 4:30pm. You can turn in your application to the 3rd Floor Student Center Administrative Offices. As you drop off your application, you will be asked to sign up for a 20 minute interview, which is also part of the selection process.

Application [PDF] – 2012 International Service Trip to Jamaica

If you have any questions about the trip or the process, please contact:
• Alex Brown, Coordinator of Greek Life and Student Leadership abrown9@keene.edu
• Kristin Powers, Student Trip Leader kpowers3@ksc.mailcruiser.com
• Ryan Robtoy, Student Trip Leader rrobtoy@ksc.mailcruiser.com

Annual Leadership Retreat  Advisor/E-board Luncheons & BLOCK Presentations  All-Presidents Council  Leadership Awards Banquet

Always keep in mind that your organization can sponsor a program or event that may be a great leadership opportunity for all students. The Student Center is able to help organizations put together these types of events as needed.

For information about Leadership Development at Keene State, please contact:
Alex Brown, Coordinator of Greek Life & Student Leadership, x8-2018, abrown9@keene.edu