1.The ability to work well in teams—especially with people different from yourself

2.An understanding of science and technology and how these subjects are used in real-world settings

3.The ability to write and speak well 4.The ability to think clearly about complex

problems 5.The ability to analyze a problem to develop

workable solutions

Things Employers Look for in New College Graduates TOP10

6. An understanding of global context in which work is now done

7. The ability to be creative and innovative in solving problems

8. The ability to apply knowledge and skills in new settings

9. The ability to understand numbers and statistics

10. A strong sense of ethics and integrity

Source: "How Should Colleges Prepare Students to Succeed in Today's Global Economy?" (Results of a national poll by Peter D. Hart Research Associates, 2007).

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Everyone can be great because anyone can serve. You don't have to have a college degree to serve. You don't even have to make your subject and your verb agree to serve... You only need a heart full of grace.

-Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Do you have… •Leadership experience?

•Communication skills?

•A willingness to make a difference?

Can! You

Introducing...

S.L.E.P. Service Leadership

Endorsement Program

SLEP is a Service Leadership Endorsement Program that enhances an SPSU degree through coursework that

explores qualities of leadership in a global and technological society as well as through service that asks

students to implement their leadership skills locally through co-curricular activities.

The program implements SPSU’s mission through the use of

technology to communicate, to analyze, and to solve complex problems that demand ethical service leadership. The Service Leadership Endorsement Program builds strength of character, integrity, and engaged citizenship.

What is SLEP

What is an Endorsement Program

An endorsement program is similar to having a minor or a certificate in an additional field, except that it

allows for us to give you credit for coursework, workshops, and service. Not only will your

transcript indicate that you have an

endorsement in leadership, but we will also

help you to create a co-curricular portfolio/ resume that helps you to share your work with

future employers.

Why SLEP

“It’s not who you are

underneath.

It’s what you do that

defines you.”

Rachel Dawes to Bruce Wayne

Batman Begins

How does it work

4

Students must earn a total of

Points in separate

areas

Approximately a 2 year commitment

Area A: Coursework (9 points/ credit hours)

Two ENGL 1102 Composition Classes running in the spring!

There will be numerous other classes to choose from in the fall.

Area B: Leadership Group Participation, unpaid (3 points)

Emerging Leaders, Student Honors Council, Academic Teams, Professional Organizations such as LEAPS

One year of involvement equals 3 points

Area C: Off Campus Leadership Service or Conference Participation (4 points)

Large events (two days or more)—Retreats, Off Campus Service Event, Leadership Conference , etc

Area D: Student Developmental Events and Activities (6 points)

Each event/ activity counts for one point. A total of six points is required. In effort to receive credit, a

one page reflective piece is required for credit. Examples of activities include:

• Workshops

• Speaker Series

• Movies

• Brown Bag Lunches

The Four Areas

are you

What

waiting for?

If you are interested, please fill out the info card and pass back.

SLEP starts Spring 2012!

Just try the English Comp 1102 class this Spring!

Not sure yet?

Never before has man had such a great capacity to control his own environment, to end hunger, poverty and disease, to banish illiteracy and human misery. We have the power to make the best generation of mankind in the history of the world. President John F. Kennedy

A business absolutely devoted to service will have only one worry about profits. They will be embarrassingly large.

-Henry Ford

“It takes 20 years to build a reputation

and five minutes to ruin it. If you think about that, you will

do things differently”