New Leadership Program -uLEAD! Applications still being accepted until first session begins on January 20!  Video submissions are no longer required.  Look below for more information.

Our office offers a variety of programs the include both a leadership and service component. Click the links below to learn more about our student programs!

America Reads- The University of Louisville participates in the America
Reads Challenge through its Federal Work-Study Program and the Office of Civic Engagement, Leadership and Service. Students who have submitted a current FAFSA application and are eligible for federal work-study are paid $8.00 per hour to tutor at local elementary and middle schools and selected after-school programs. Students receive paid training and enrichment programming.  After one successful semester of tutoring, they are raised to 8.50 per hour.  This is an excellent paid service-learning opportunity for students who plan to work with children and youth or who are interested in understanding the literacy issues in our community. Volunteer positions are also available.

Bonner Leader- The Bonner Leader Program is a service-learning leadership program that places student teams at local non-profit organizations addressing social justice, educational, poverty, environmental, and cultural/arts issues present in the Louisville community. In addition to direct service experiences, training, enrichment, reflection, and co-education with community partners are an integral aspect of the program.  Bonner Leaders are required to complete 300 hours of service within a calendar year in order to receive an AmeriCorps education award of $1000 that can be used towards cost of attendance or student loans. Students in the America Reads Federal Work-Study program can also apply to be Bonner Leader tutors, and in addition to their salary, receive the education award. Visit our website and   www.bonner.org

Cards for Kids Internships
The Cards for Kids internship program will focus on volunteer coordination, presentation and marketing skills in a non-profit setting.  The Kids Center for Pediatric Therapies serves families of children with special needs in our region.  Children with Down Syndrome, Spina bifida, cerebral palsy, autism, seizure disorders, and a number of other developmental conditions benefit from their services.  

Engage Lead Serve Board
The *Engage Lead Serve Board* is a new development (Spring 2010) and a product of the interests and combined efforts of students. Currently located on the third floor of the University of Louisville’s Student Center, the *Engage Lead Serve Office* is located in the *Office of Civic Engagement, Leadership, & Service*, created in 2007 and is part of the Office of the Dean of Students (W301).  The Office of Civic Engagement, Leadership, & Service consists of a director, 2 coordinators, and 2 graduate students. These staff members support the work of Engage Lead Serve Board.

Freshman LEAD- The Freshmen LEAD program brings a leadership development and mentoring experience for first-year freshmen at the University of Louisville. Students lay the foundation for their leadership journey in the first year of the program, Freshmen LEAD, and put their leadership into action in their second year as REACH ambassadors*, First Year Guide* and/or Bonner Leader* among a variety of other leadership opportunities.

Leadership Quest- This living learning community is sponsored by the Office of Civic Engagement, Leadership, & Service and is located in Center Hall on West campus. Our desire is to place students who are passionate about leadership development and service together in a supportive and dynamic environment. We will provide residents with the opportunity to explore the value of service to the community and to increase their leadership potential through a diverse set of opportunities. Check out our website for more information http://louisville.edu/leadership/llc.  To join apply on line for housing at http://louisville.edu/housing/housingoptions and select Center Hall.

uLEAD - This advanced leadership program is designed for experienced student leaders at the University of Louisville.  What sets this program apart from others on campus is the focus on the fundamental concepts of strengths, collaboration and change combined with experiential learning and the creation of an implementable program model by the end.