Welcome to Lead Academy: Leadership Development
Lead Academy will return in Fall 2023
Are you looking for ways to maximize your strengths and reach your leadership potential? If so, then LEAD Academy is for you! We’ll help you learn ways to develop your personal leadership style, as well as skills to engage effectively in life, school and community.
What is LEAD Academy?
The LEAD Academy consists of workshops and learning activities geared towards helping you become a better leader. You will learn and develop skills according to the 6 Pillars of Leadership:
1. Leadership and Me
2. Cultivating Self Awareness
3. Civic Engagement
4. Effective Communicating
5. EDI (Equity, Diversity and Inclusion) and Cultural Competencies
6. Effective Goal Setting
How do I register for LEAD Academy?
- Click here to register and receive information and registration on upcoming workshops.
What are the benefits of joining the LEAD Academy?
- Personal and professional development
- Rich student life experience
- Networking opportunities with different groups at the College
- Leadership self-awareness
- A chance to actively get involved in the BVC community
- A LEAD Academy Certificate and a letter of reference from Student Affairs
Who is eligible to participate in the LEAD Academy?
- Anyone registered in programs at Bow Valley College
When do I need to register for the LEAD Academy?
- Registration is ongoing and there is no registration deadline.
Is there a timeframe in which I must complete all the LEAD Academy requirements?
- No. Once program registration has taken place, the student must track their own progress and ensure that program requirements are met to receive a LEAD Academy Certificate.
How do I fulfill my volunteer requirements?
- Volunteer with BVC (co-curricular documentation required)
- Volunteer outside of BVC (documentation required from volunteer manager) *request form from Student Affairs studentaffairs@bowvalleycollege.ca
How do I receive my LEAD Academy Certificate?
To qualify for your LEAD Academy Certificate, you will need to meet the following requirements:
- Take at least 8 LEAD Academy workshops, one from each pillar is mandatory
- Take part in at least 10 hours of campus or community volunteering
- Complete and submit workshop reflections after each workshop
Apply to receive your LEAD Academy Certificate upon completion of the above requirements. Note: Students are responsible for tracking their own progress in the program. LEAD Academy Program Completion Certificate Request
Once you've met the requirements, you'll get your LEAD Academy Certificate. The work you've done will also be added to your co-curricular record.
Email studentaffairs@bowvalleycollege.ca for inquires.
Check out available LEAD workshops
Come and create your vision board with us and turn your dreams into reality!
Feb 16 | 11:15am-12:15pm | Location: TBD
Volunteering is a great way to pursue a passion and connect with a community. Join and learn about different volunteer programs offered at the College.
Jan 20 | 11:15am-12:15pm | MS Teams (online)
Learn about different goal setting tools and set up your success goals!
Feb 1 | 11:15am-12:15pm | MS Teams (online)
Discover and maximize your most powerful talents in and out of the classroom with CliftonStrengths for Students Top 5. BVC will provide you a FREE access code to complete the CliftonStrengths assessment. This 4-part series will guide you in unlocking and developing your natural talents for success in the classroom, workplace, relationships, as well as your holistic life & wellbeing.
Jan 27, Feb 3, 10, 17 | 11:00am-12:30pm | MS Teams (online)
Come and learn how to connect with new people and increase your confidence in making new friends.
Feb 9 | 11:15am-12:15pm | MS Teams (online)
At school or at work – being a good presenter will help you get ahead. Improve your presentation skills and overall confidence!
Feb 8 | 12:45pm-1:45pm | MS Teams (online)
Learn about your strengths, and those of others, and build positive relationships at home, at school and at work.
Feb 10 | 12:45pm-1:45pm | MS Teams (online)