2013-2014 Leadership Institute Graduates Start New Projects

Fourteen employees who trained in the Leadership Institute developed projects intended to enhance the student experience and strengthen the institution. The Leadership Institute nurtures leadership among employees while also fostering collaboration and a deeper understanding of the College mission. Working in teams, the employees developed four different projects intended to address an institutional challenge or improve the student experience. Those who are interested in contributing ideas to their projects are encouraged to contact the project members.

Allan Kobernick, Yvonne Ellis, Monique Black and Osvil Acosta-Morales developed a project called Sound Off. The project offers a sound-off booth for students to express their opinions about their experience at the College. Feedback will be directed to the appropriate departments and will be used to raise awareness of student issues.

Anela Gjika, Angela Miles and Carlos Diaz developed a project called Culture of Advocacy. The project aims to determine why certain students are not using the services in place to help them succeed. The project seeks to identify areas for improvement across the College to help foster a culture of student advocacy.

Lynsey Grace, Jeffrey Haines and Desiree Rivers developed a project called CCP 101 designed to provide information, resources, support and continuous training to Student Affairs staff. CCP 101 will demonstrate how various departments are interdependent.

Rainah Chambliss, Wanda Gibson, Maria Littles, and Billy Love developed a project called Steps on the Path, which seeks to provide resources for students on emotional well-being.

The employees were acknowledged with completion certificates during the April 30 College Honors Tea.