Center for Leadership
and Civic Engagement

  • Student Affairs 50th AnniversarySTUDENT SPOTLIGHT

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    Renis Nishku

    Dance Marathon Faculty/Alumni Director; SOS Coordinator; ELI Facilitator

    Major: Computer Engineering

    Hometown: Tirana, Albania

    Hobbies: Cycling, tennis, backpacking, basketball

    "I love the CLCE because it gives me purpose."

  • Student Affairs 50th AnniversarySTUDENT SPOTLIGHT

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    Peter Pudela

    Dance Marathon Morale Director

    Major: Education

    Hometown: South Elgin, IL

    Hobbies: Video games, reading, singing, dancing, listening to music

    "I love the CLCE because it provides so many incredible opportunities to get involved at USF. The amazing people are a plus as well!"

  • Student Affairs 50th AnniversarySTUDENT SPOTLIGHT

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    Caitlin Henninger

    Leadership Board for LEAD Week

    Major: Public Relations/Advertising

    Hometown: Ft. Lauderdale/Hollywood, FL

    Hobbies: Dancing, swimming, singing, going to concerts

    "I love CLCE because it has opened me up to so many new opportunities, and I have connected with so many great people in the short amount of time that I have been involved. The atmosphere is so great, and I can't wait to get more involved in my next few years here at USF!”

The Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement (CLCE) develops students into leaders that will make a positive difference in the world. These programs help each student discover their passion and talents, while developing their skills and understanding of leadership and active citizenship.

 

2012 Presidential Honor Roll

What Can You Gain by Participating In Our Programs?

  • Build your knowledge, skills and confidence as a leader in order to achieve greater success in every area of your life.
  • Explore current, relevant and global issues that will spark your engaged citizenship.
  • Practice strategies for leading positive change, such as forming organizations, planning events, volunteering, fundraising, and creating awareness campaigns.
  • Receive recognition for your accomplishments in leadership and civic engagement.

 

CLCE programs are life-changing and fun, so check out what we have to offer you!

 

 


 

Featured Programs

Leadership StudiesLeadership Studies Summer and Fall classes are OPEN!

The Leadership Studies Program is interdisciplinary in nature and is a significant benefit to students in all areas of study. Courses are designed to give students a practical and theoretical grasp of leadership on the basic assumption that leadership can be learned and, therefore, taught. Enroll today in a summer or fall Leadership Studies course!

CSLCertified Student Leader

The Certified Student Leader program is a co-curricular certification available to students at the University of South Florida interested in enhancing their leadership knowledge, application, and skills through a variety of leadership opportunities. Apply Today!

Dance MarathonDance Marathon

Dance Marathon is the largest run philanthropy in the nation, and our goal is to make it the largest philanthropy at USF! Register as a participant and join us in March for 17 hours of dancing, games, food and miracle stories. All proceeds benefit the Children's Miracle Network All Children's Hospital. Spread the word---For The Kids!

Upcoming Opportunities

listserveJoin our Listserv!

Stay informed over the summer and get important information about leadership and civic engagement by joining our listserv. Click the link below to learn more!

Stampede of Service 2012 Success! Thank You!

Thank you to everyone who came out and supported Stampede of Service (SOS) 2012! The event was a huge success with over 2,200 students serving over 48 community partners for a blast of service. We truly made a difference in our local community! SOS Team

Community Plunge 2011Want to make your student organization the best it can be?

LEAD Fellows will provide USF student organizations with trained and experienced consultants dedicated to providing essential leadership tools and knowledge. Consultants will tailor a hands-on-experience for both large and small groups, meeting the specific needs of each individual organization seeking their services.