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SUNY DELHI INTRODUCES PROGRAM FOR COMMUNITY LEADERS
Leadership Institute of Delaware County to Help Build Skills

DELHI, NY … SUNY Delhi’s Center for Business and Community Service is introducing the Leadership Institute of Delaware County, a program that will enhance the leadership skills and abilities of local individuals and organizations. 

Rosalie Higgins, dean of business and hospitality at SUNY Delhi, designed the program curriculum, modeling it after the leadership courses offered in the U.S., Canada and Great Britain. “We’ve developed a program that will help community leaders become better equipped in tackling social, cultural, economic, and political challenges that face our country in the 21st century.”

Participants will meet once a month to complete a year-long curriculum, which will take place at various locations throughout Delaware County. The program curriculum is designed to strengthen critical thinking skills, reveal key issues that impact the local community, and encourage civic entrepreneurship. Topics include: agriculture; analyzing leadership situations; arts, culture and tourism; communication; economy and economic development; education; government process and the judicial system; health and human services; leadership skills; and local history and the media.

In addition to providing the participants with a network of professionals and organizations, the program will also help promote communication and collaboration between these entities in Delaware County.

Those chosen for Leadership Delaware must demonstrate a high level of leadership in their respective careers and a deep commitment to community service. Participants will be selected on the following criteria:

  • A sincere commitment, motivation and interest in serving the community
  • Demonstrated commitment by previous community service, and/or a newly found desire to become actively involved in community activities (e.g. boards, commissions or key volunteer leadership roles)
  • Interest in public service, learning more about public policy, and how public policy issues can be addressed
  • Potential or existing opportunities for advancement to top leadership positions within their own organization from which they may play a significant role in the community
  • An occupational commitment to remain in the Delaware County region.

Participants from a variety of backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to those living in Delaware County, but those working outside the County are welcome to apply. All applicants must be sponsored by a business or community leader and provide three additional references.

Program costs are covered by a tuition fee and include lunch, snacks and admission to venues, as well as other related fees. Tuition is paid either by a sponsor, the participant, or a combination of both.

For tuition cost and additional information, please contact Heather Cochran at (607) 746-4115.

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Last Updated On: 9/22/06