Student Leadership Development
Learn about how to get involved with the Warren Bennis Leadership Institute and its various interdisciplinary programs.
The 2023-24 WBLI student team, ambassadors and fellows.
How do I get involved?
- Breakfast with Bennis
- Attend the annual Warren Bennis Leadership Experience (WBLE)
- Apply to join the WBLE team as a member or chair
- Apply to join the ambassador program
- Attend a workshop (specifically the Leader Identity Workshop)
- Apply to join the Warren Bennis Leadership Experience team as a chair or VP
- Apply to become a Student Fellow
- Apply to join the ambassador program
- Work with Institute staff to create a Capstone Project
- Attend additional workshops
- Breakfast with Bennis
- Attend the annual Warren Bennis Leadership Experience
- Look at our GetInvolvedUC page and attend any upcoming events or workshops
- Schedule a tour of 1819 with our staff
- Apply to join the Warren Bennis Leadership Experience team and/or the ambassador program
- Take the Bennis Accelerator course (MGMT/ORGL 3009)
- Schedule a one-on-one meeting with our staff
- Register for one of our Bennis Scholar programs
- Request a workshop for your organization or student leaders here
- Look into trainings offered by our partners at the Center for Student Involvement
- The Warren Bennis Leadership Experience team accepts applications at the beginning of the Fall semester
- The Bennis Ambassador program accepts applications at the beginning of fall semester, with possible additions during fall semester
- Apply to become a Student Fellow during spring semester
- Previous experience with the Institute strongly preferred
- Only for third years and above
- Submit a Workshop Request form
- We always love to partner with new groups and organizations across campus, please email us with inquiries at warrenbennislead@ucmail.uc.edu.
Workshop Schedule
| Date/Time | Location | Title | Description | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 25, 3-4:30 p.m. | Clifton Court Hall 5280 | "We Share a Common Future" | Cohosted with the Portman Center and facilitated by Eugene Rutz, associate dean emeritus, this session explores how polarization, media literacy and declining trust impact civility, while offering practical tools to bridge divides and engage confidently in democratic life. | Register here |
| October 7, 12-1 p.m. | Steger Student Life Center 739 | "Conquering Imposter Syndrome" | Facilitated by the WBLI Leadership Team, this workshop has students explore the roots of imposter syndrome, reflect on personal experiences and learn practical strategies to covercome self-doubt and lead with confidence. | Register here |
| October 15, 3-4:30 p.m. | Clifton Court Hall 5280 | "Foundations of Civil Discourse" | Cohosted with the Portman Center and facilitated by Cincinnati Ethics Center Executive Director Andrew Cullison, this session explores how to engage in respectful, constructive conversations — especially around sensitive topics — by practicing active listening, open-mindedness and mutual respect. | Register here |
| October 21, 4-5:30 p.m. | TBD | "Leader Identity" | Facilitated by the WBLI Leadership Team, this workshop has students reflect on key life experiences that shape their leadership and explore ways they already lead, along with strategies to grow their leadership identity. | Register here |
| November 12, 12:15-1:30 p.m. | Clifton Court Hall 5280 | "Better Campus Dialogue" | TBD | Coming soon |
Contact Us
Warren Bennis Leadership Institute
Steger Student Life Center
Suite 743 A/B
2801 UC MainStreet
Cincinnati, OH 45221
warrenbennislead@ucmail.uc.edu