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The Edge Leadership Experience

Join us for the Leadership Summit on August 18-21!

You're invited to apply for The Edge Leadership Experience a unique opportunity for first-year incoming students to learn and practice leadership skills. Apply for the Leadership Summit, and participate in workshops and group discussions that will develop your skills:

• Learn to be a leader
• Make meaningful connections
• Meet new friends
• Inspire others
• Get involved

Who is Involved?

One hundred first-year students from all backgrounds will be selected for the experience, and guided by current student leaders. The Edge Leadership Experience is coordinated by the offices of Student Life and Residence Life.

What to Expect

If accepted, you will be placed in a family group designed to enhance your campus connections. Families will participate in contests, presentations, activities, and challenges that strengthen bonds and provide an engaging experience. Family reunions throughout the academic year will focus on leadership development and family connections.

 

 

A snapshot of a day at the Summit

8:30 a.m. Dean of Students Welcome and family roll call

10:00 a.m. Leadership stories

12 p.m. Lunch

1:00 p.m. Teambuilding activities

3:00 p.m. Community service project

5:00 p.m. Welcome Jack training

5:30 p.m. Dinner

6:30 p.m. Dessert Social with ASNAU (Student Government)

7:30 p.m. Family time

9:00 p.m. Edge Talent Show

Family Reunions

Family reunions are a time to reflect on the year, reconnect with friends, and build leadership skills. Family Reunion dates and times will be announced during the Summit.

For an application, click here.

   

Contact Us

Student Life
University Union, #30
Room 105
PO Box 6015
Flagstaff, AZ 86011-6015
928-523-5181
Fax: 928-523-1425

Student.Life@nau.edu

Monday-Friday
8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

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