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The Office of Leadership Development and Intercultural Affairs offers a wide range of programs for first-year students through rising seniors seeking to hone their leadership skills and explore issues relating to diversity and social change.
It is important to empower students through creating opportunities for engagement and leadership. Many university faculty, staff, alumni, and Nashville area professionals collaborate with our office to provide students with real-world experiences, perspectives, and insights that complement the classroom experience.
To learn about our programs, click on one of our content links on the left side of this page.
Programming Philosophy
LDIA recognizes that leadership is not bound to a single notion and that its principles must be incorporated in various aspects of student development. Consistent with this paradigm, LDIA uses a multi-faceted and inter-disciplinary approach in its programming structure to assist student leaders in discovering and developing their leadership style. In addition, LDIA’s programs are uniquely designed with elements of leadership and multicultural competency.
This approach is guided by the Multicultural Student Programs and Services (MSPS) and Student Leadership Programming (SLP) standards, which were established by the Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS), to provide student leaders with opportunities to develop their leadership skills in the following areas:
- Knowledge Acquisition
- Cognitive Complexity
- Intrapersonal Development
- Interpersonal Competency
- Humanitarian and Civic Engagement
- Practical Competence
Students who participate in our programs gain valuable leadership skills, a deeper appreciation for diversity and the ability to adapt to various challenges. Return to top of page
LDIA Programs
Collegiate Leadership Vanderbilt, or CLV, allows selected students to meet once a month with campus, local, and state leaders in various capacities. At the end of the year long program, students travel to meet with alumni and explore a leadership topic based upon the city they visit. Students gain valuable leadership skills that contribute to the development of their leadership philosophy. Return to top of page
Leadership Hall
Leadership Hall is one of Vanderbilt’s premier living and learning environment. Leadership Hall is designed to help students after their first-year experience identify, develop, and practice personal leadership styles while living and working together within a residence hall. Students who participate in this program will examine their own leadership abilities based on academic and human development theory. Return to top of page
The PREP Program
PREP represents Preparation for Leadership and Service in a Diverse Society. The PREP program is a collaboration between the Office of Active Citizenship and Service and LDIA. This program is an integration of leadership, social justice, and diversity training through experiential learning. Service internships and mentoring are key components of this program. Return to top of page
North Star Leadership Series
The North Star Leadership Series allows Vanderbilt students to discover the opportunities and challenges of leading diverse groups in this millenium. Throughout the year, LDIA will present a variety of events that will challenge student’s notions of culture and humanity. Return to top of page
Magnolia Awards
The Magnolia Awards recognize student efforts in the campus community. Awards are chosen from either applicant pools or nominations; check the descriptions of each award to find the right one for you. Return to top of page
Leadership in the Professions
LIP is an annual event held in collaboration with one of Vanderbilt’s professional schools. Students meet with faculty, staff, administrators, and professionals to learn about their careers and the leadership skills needed for their specific occupations. Administrators will also provide tips for admissions and answer questions concerning the process. Return to top of page
Ignite: Leadership Series
The Ignite Leadership Series is a program for first-year students and students new to leadership roles within the Vanderbilt Community. The program consists of three leadership workshops and retreats that will engage students in activities that will develop leadership and team building skills, expose students to campus resources, programming and event planning, and network with other student leaders. Return to top of page
OneVU
OneVU is a joint effort between LDIA and the Jean & Alexander Heard Library in presenting a series of events to highlight the multidimensional talents of the Vanderbilt community. Return to top of page