Over the course of the Fall and Spring semesters, members of Emerging Eagle Leaders engage in dynamic team-based leadership workshops and exercises, allowing them to apply their skills to real-world scenarios and foster connections with peers. Those who successfully complete the year-long program are rewarded with a special cord during graduation, a certificate of completion, and lunch with President Ron K. Patterson. 

To qualify for Emerging Eagle Leaders at Chadron State College, applicants must have completed 30 or more credit hours and their first year of college. Transfer students and returning students are equally encouraged to participate.

Program Goals:

The goal of the Emerging Eagle Leaders Program focuses on utilizing the strengths of other leaders at CSC and beyond to help cultivate future leaders through mentoring. Through mentoring relationships and workshops, program participation, and a community of open-minded individuals, this will provide participants with increased personal growth and future leadership opportunities.

Program Details: 

Over the course of the Fall and Spring semesters, members of Emerging Eagle Leaders engage in dynamic team-based leadership workshops (13 total), allowing them to apply their skills to real-world scenarios and foster connections with peers. This opportunity is for those seeking to enhance their leadership skills, communication skills, civic engagement, and personal and professional growth. This program will utilize hands-on workshops within a structured mentoring program to foster the development of these skills, improve individual growth, and create future leaders for our state, region, and nation. Those who successfully complete the year-long program are rewarded with a special cord during graduation, a certificate of completion, and lunch with President Dr. Ron K. Patterson

Schedule for Fall 2024: 

• Kickoff Meeting- September 10th, 2024 10AM-11:30 AM

• Goal Setting- September 24th, 2024 10AM-11:30AM

• Leadership Theories and Styles- October 8th, 2024 10 AM-11:30 AM
  • Guest Speaker: Dr. Shaunda French-Collins, CSC Communications Arts Professor and Founder of The Big Event
• Building Trust as a Leader- October 22nd, 2024 10AM-11:30AM
  • Guest Speaker: Dr. Brittany Helmbrecht, Interim Dean of the School of Professional Studies & Applied Sciences
• Collaborating with Others- November 5th, 2024 10 AM-11:30 AM
• Leading Effective Meetings- November 19th 10AM-11:30 AM (Tentative)
• Public Speaking Tips and Tricks-December 3rd, 2024 10AM-11:30 AM
  • Guest Speaker: Gabby Michna- Executive Director of the Chadron Chamber of Commerce

Spring 2025 Schedule:

• Failing Up: Embracing Failure as a Leader- January 21st, 2025 10 AM-11:30 AM
  • Guest Speaker: Dr. James Margetts-Dean of Essential Studies and Liberal Arts at Chadron State College
• Service Learning Project- TBD by Emerging Eagle Leaders cohort
• Civic Engagement in Leadership- February 18th, 2025 12:00 PM-1:00 PM
  • Emerging Eagle Leaders will meet with the Chadron Chamber of Commerce Board Members
• Understanding Privilege- March 4th, 2025 10AM-11:30 AM
  • Guest Speaker: Jennifer Stadler, Head Volleyball Coach at Chadron State College
• Imposter Syndrome: Know it, Name it, Tame it- TBD
• Leadership Legacy Statement & Reflection- TBD

*Workshops will take place Tuesdays from 10AM-11:30 AM. Some workshops will end at 11 AM.

Those who successfully complete the year-long program are recognized during our annual luncheon with CSC President Dr. Ron K. Patterson, rewarded with a special cord during graduation, and awarded a certificate of completion of the Emerging Eagle Leaders program.

How to Join Emerging Eagle Leaders

Applications are LIVE for Fall 2025-Spring 2026! If you are interested in joining our program, please complete the application below and attend the first meeting on the CSC campus. Applicants in the Fall 2025 semester should be a sophomore or junior in the fall. We will post the schedule of workshops August of 2025. The program will start with a kickoff meeting in Early September of 2025. Limited spots are available, apply early to secure your spot in the program.