Throughout the year, we will offer a variety of student leadership development trainings and workshops geared to multiple topics. Most sessions are open to all student leaders and member of our clubs and organizations, with the exception of one or two that are geared towards our Student Ambassador or Student Government teams. Some of the sessions are open to all students.
Leadership Hot Seat
(OPEN — ALL STUDENT LEADERS)
Wednesday, 4/1, 5-6 p.m.
Middletown Campus: Cornerstone Hall, Room 601
Students will work in small groups and take turns stepping into the “leader” role during short, scenario-based rounds. Each round presents a realistic challenge—such as conflict, miscommunication, workload, or time pressure—and the leader must explain how they would address it. Practice real-time decision-making, communication, and confidence. Developed by a Student Ambassadors LIT group.
Leading Your Style: Identifying Your Leadership Philosophy
(OPEN — ALL STUDENT LEADERS)
Thursday, 4/2, 4-5 p.m.
Middletown Campus: Cornerstone Hall, Room 601
Enrich your understanding of leadership practice through this exploration of leadership styles and foundational leadership theories. Leave with tools to help you identify and develop your own leadership philosophy!
Lead Your Story (Part 1): Resumes and Interviews that Speak Volumes
(OPEN — ALL STUDENTS)
Monday, 4/6, noon-1 p.m.
Middletown Campus: Cornerstone Hall, Room 202
Fauquier Campus: Wolk Hall, Room 207
Participants will explore how to highlight leadership skills, articulate impact, and present themselves with confidence. Through practical exercises and real-world examples, students will leave equipped to tell a clear, powerful story that speaks volumes to employers and opportunity gatekeepers
Lead Your Story (Part 2): Open Resume Review & Coaching
(OPEN — ALL STUDENTS)
Monday, 4/6, 1-4 p.m.
Middletown Campus: Cornerstone Hall, Room 202
Fauquier Campus: Wolk Hall, Room 207
In this follow‑up session, students will get a personalized résumé review led by members of the Laurel Ridge Human Resources team. Participants will receive direct, constructive feedback on formatting, content, and how effectively their résumés showcase leadership impact. Participants can come at any time during the 3-hour block.
Coloring Your Calm: A Guided Painting Experience for Leaders
(OPEN — ALL STUDENT LEADERS)
Tuesday, 4/7, 3-4:30 p.m.
Middletown Campus: Cornerstone Hall, Room 601
Join us for a relaxing guided painting session designed to help student leaders unwind and explore creative expression as a powerful stress‑management tool. As you paint, hosts will share simple techniques for using art to reset, refocus, and support your well‑being. All materials provided—just come ready to create and breathe. Developed by a Student Ambassadors LIT group.
From Campus to Career: Tools and Try-Outs to Help You Shine
(OPEN — ALL STUDENTS)
Wednesday, 4/8, 4-5 p.m.
Middletown Campus: Cornerstone Hall, Room 601
Get career-ready in a practical, approachable way designed specifically for college students. This one-hour session covers how to create a résumé that highlights your strengths and how to enter interviews with confidence instead of stress. You’ll also learn how internships, micro-internships, and virtual job simulations can help you explore career paths and gain real experience. Finally, we’ll discuss where to find these opportunities and
how to talk about them in ways that stand out to employers.
Confident, Curious, and Coachable: Leading Yourself into the Professional World
(OPEN — ALL STUDENT LEADERS)
Thursday, 4/9, 4-5 p.m.
Middletown Campus: Cornerstone Hall, Room 601
Entering the professional world requires more than technical skills—it requires self- awareness, adaptability, and strong communication. This session focuses on how student leaders can translate their campus leadership experience into the workplace while managing imposter syndrome and avoiding the pressure to “prove” themselves. Students will leave with practical tools for showing initiative, building trust, and contributing
meaningfully without feeling like they have to be the smartest person in the room.
The Importance of Time Management
(OPEN — ALL STUDENT LEADERS)
Monday, 4/13, 2-3 p.m.
Middletown Campus: Cornerstone Hall, Room 602
Learn effective strategies for managing your time and responsibilities, supported by real‑world examples from a faculty guest speaker. A hands‑on group challenge will reinforce key skills by encouraging teams to prioritize tasks and reflect on their approach. Developed by a Student Ambassadors LIT group.
Anxiety in the Workplace
(OPEN — ALL STUDENT LEADERS)
Wednesday, 4/15, 5-6:30 p.m. *moved from Wednesday, 4/8
Middletown Campus: Cornerstone Hall, Room 601
Professor Addie Jones leads this session focused on understanding anxiety in the workplace and exploring practical strategies for navigating it. Participants will gain insight into common sources of workplace anxiety and tools to manage stress more effectively. Developed by a Student Ambassadors LIT group.
