“Engaging Students for Dynamic Leadership”
The Annual Robert D. Lynch Student Leadership Development Institute (SLDI) will be held on Friday, October 27– Sunday, October 29, 2017 at the Sheraton Harrisburg Hershey Hotel, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The theme for the Institute is “Engaging Students for Dynamic Leadership". This conference sponsored by the Pennsylvania Black Conference on Higher Education, Inc. (PBCOHE, Inc.) is designed to address topics essential to developing leadership skills for all college students; in particular, those from ethnic backgrounds underrepresented in higher education. This unique event also gives students an opportunity to participate in workshops that examine cross-cultural communication, interpersonal relations, building inclusive environments, and fostering cultural awareness.
In addition to providing an opportunity for the development of future leaders, students who are active campus leaders have a forum to exchange ideas and to network with each other as well as the SLDI faculty and staff.
REGISTRATION PROCEDURES *online only – Each student must complete a separate registration form.
It is very important that advisors include the group reservation summary sheet with your individual student registration forms. The SLDI registration deadline is October 6, 2017 and the hotel reservation deadline is October 6, 2017. Make your hotel reservations early; you can always cancel rooms you do not need prior to the deadline.
Registration Cost – For Students and Advisors is $250 per person and includes conference materials and all meals.
Special Needs – List any special needs (dietary or physical) on the registration form.
Refunds – Requests for refunds must be sent to Mrs. Cynthia Daniels, postmarked by October 13, 2017 at the address on the registration form.
SUBMIT ALL REGISTRATION MATERIALS BY October 6, 2017.
Student Requirements
The SLDI demands a concentrated effort from participants. Selected students should demonstrate motivation and interest in campus activities such as mentorship programs, student government, community service projects, or other student organizations. Sophomores, juniors, and seniors who are maintaining good academic standing are especially encouraged to attend.
Advisors
All groups must be accompanied by an adult Advisor or other University Official during the conference and for overnight supervision. It is important that Advisor/University Official(s) review the attendance and dress requirements with students and be available to assist them during the Institute.
Leadership In Action Team
Students attending the conference for a third time will be required to join the “Leadership in Action Team.” Advisor/ University Official (s) should choose students who will serve throughout the Institute as Moderators, Workshop Monitors and Program Guides. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to introducing presenters, distributing and collecting evaluation forms, helping the Staff when needed, and helping students to get to their designated workshops.
The Leadership in Action Team must model the professional skills and behavior the Institute strives to promote by strictly adhering to the business dress code (no jeans, hats, boots, etc.) and present themselves in a courteous professional manner at all times.
Each school may recommend one outstanding student to be recognized at the Awards Dinner. The Outstanding Student Nomination Form must be submitted by October 6 (Only one nomination per school, please).
In addition to providing an opportunity for the development of future leaders, students who are active campus leaders have a forum to exchange ideas and to network with each other as well as the SLDI faculty and staff.
REGISTRATION PROCEDURES *online only – Each student must complete a separate registration form.
It is very important that advisors include the group reservation summary sheet with your individual student registration forms. The SLDI registration deadline is October 6, 2017 and the hotel reservation deadline is October 6, 2017. Make your hotel reservations early; you can always cancel rooms you do not need prior to the deadline.
Registration Cost – For Students and Advisors is $250 per person and includes conference materials and all meals.
Special Needs – List any special needs (dietary or physical) on the registration form.
Refunds – Requests for refunds must be sent to Mrs. Cynthia Daniels, postmarked by October 13, 2017 at the address on the registration form.
SUBMIT ALL REGISTRATION MATERIALS BY October 6, 2017.
Student Requirements
The SLDI demands a concentrated effort from participants. Selected students should demonstrate motivation and interest in campus activities such as mentorship programs, student government, community service projects, or other student organizations. Sophomores, juniors, and seniors who are maintaining good academic standing are especially encouraged to attend.
Advisors
All groups must be accompanied by an adult Advisor or other University Official during the conference and for overnight supervision. It is important that Advisor/University Official(s) review the attendance and dress requirements with students and be available to assist them during the Institute.
Leadership In Action Team
Students attending the conference for a third time will be required to join the “Leadership in Action Team.” Advisor/ University Official (s) should choose students who will serve throughout the Institute as Moderators, Workshop Monitors and Program Guides. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to introducing presenters, distributing and collecting evaluation forms, helping the Staff when needed, and helping students to get to their designated workshops.
The Leadership in Action Team must model the professional skills and behavior the Institute strives to promote by strictly adhering to the business dress code (no jeans, hats, boots, etc.) and present themselves in a courteous professional manner at all times.
- Please make sure each of your students receive a copy of the Student Instruction Sheet. This will assist our staff in operating a professional conference for both students and professionals.
- Each student must review and sign the Student Pledge of Professional Conduct to be submitted along with the individual registration form.
- A Talent Show will be held on Saturday evening and is open to anyone who would like to perform --- students, advisors, university officials, and staff. The presentation must be no longer than 3 to 4 minutes in length. Creative expressions of all types presented in good taste are welcome. Sign-ups will occur at the on-site registration table.
- Evaluation Forms: Every participant is asked to complete an evaluation form. Institute certificates will be provided for each participant. Advisors/ University Officials should collect the certificates for their group on Sunday prior to departing.
Each school may recommend one outstanding student to be recognized at the Awards Dinner. The Outstanding Student Nomination Form must be submitted by October 6 (Only one nomination per school, please).