UW-Madison Leadership Certificate Program
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Welcome!
Welcome to University of Wisconsin's Leadership Certificate Program. Since its creation in 2002, the Leadership Certificate Program has been extremely successful on UW's campus. This program is designed for student leaders who excel in their leadership roles both inside and outside the classroom. The Certificate marks a formal acknowledgement of student contributions and achievements.
This webpage will help you learn about the requirements of the program, the history of the leadership certificate, showcase past receipiants, and provide details about the application process. To view a pintable verison of the leadership certificate information, click on the "Leadership Certificate Packet" link below.
Completeing your Leadership Certificate can be a difficult task.However, there are many benefits to the Leadership Certificate Program. To start, there is the personal benefit of taking the time to reflect and celebrate the impact you have made on this campus and surrounding community. Many receipiants note they never would have taken the time to consider the contributions they have made as a leader without the certicicate. Second, Leadership Certificate recepients are recognized at the Student Organization Office and Student Leadership Program's All-Campus Leadership Awards Banquet held in both the fall and spring along with many other leaders and student organizations that are recognized. Last, graduating seniors will be given a red and gold honor cord to wear during their commencement ceremony.
Here is a basic overview of what you would need to do in order to receive your certificate:
| 1. Register on-line. Provide your contact information to the Student Organization Office in order to register for the program and receive updates pertaining to new policies or upcoming events. | |
| 2. Attend an information session to learn the about the requirements of the program and ask any questions you may have. | |
| 3. Understand the background of the Leadership Certificate. | |
| 4. Qualify to be considered for the Certificate. | |
| 5. Complete the requirements for the Certificate. | |
| 6. Apply for the Leadership Certificate. | |
| 7. Be sure to get everything in on time! |
Printable version of the Leadership Certificate Packet
Selection Criteria Sheet