Panther Leadership Lab

Panther Leadership Lab

Leadership Development offers a selection of dynamic and interactive workshop topics tailored for student organizations and residence hall floors. Simply choose a topic, and one of our experienced Leadership Coaches will visit your organization/floor to facilitate the session.

It’s a great opportunity to enhance your team’s skills and leadership potential. 

Introducing Our Leadership Coaches

Jonah Geisney

Major(S): Politics & Philosphy
Year: Senior

Nasrin Nahnooch

Major(s): Law Criminal Justice and Society & Sociology
Year: Senior

Menu of Workshops

Balance Like a Boss

Struggling to juggle classes, clubs, and everything in between? This dynamic workshop is perfect for groups ready to help their members take control of their time and thrive—not just survive. Join a seasoned Leadership Coach to uncover your real priorities and discover smarter strategies for managing it all. 

Delegate & Elevate: Lead Without Doing It All

Think you have to do everything to get it done right? Think again. In this fast-paced, LEGO-fueled workshop, you’ll take on a team challenge that puts your delegation skills to the test. Learn how to give clear instructions, build trust, and play to your team’s strengths—then walk away with smart strategies to lead without the overload.

Mission: Membership - Recruit with Purpose

Want to make your student org stand out? In this interactive workshop, you’ll identify your key audiences, build a strong brand identity, and craft an elevator pitch that gets people listening—and excited to get involved!

Talk It Out: Say What You Mean, Mean What You Say

Ready to level up your communication game?  Sharpen your communication skills through hands-on activities, peer practice, and real-world scenarios. Explore values and learn how to bridge the gap between intent and impact. Come for the real talk—leave with tools to speak clearly, listen better, and connect like a pro.

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Incentive Programs for Student Organizations and Resident Assistants

Receive rewards for scheduling Leadership Lab workshops!

Student Organization Certification Process

Blue Organization

Organizations who complete one (1) Leadership Lab Workshop will be eligible for the following:

  • Small token of appreciation for each participant
  • Free snacks for the next workshop when your organization schedules and completes in the same academic year
Gold Organization

Organizations who complete three (3) Leadership Lab Workshops will be eligible for the following:

  • Small token of appreciation for each participant
  • Framed certificate
  • Pizza for the next workshop when your organization schedules and completes in the same academic year
Platinum Organization

Organizations have completed all six (6) of the Leadership Lab Workshops will be eligible for the following:

  • Small token of appreciation for each participant
  • Framed certificate
  • Recognition on Leadership Development Social Media
  • Recognition at end of year Forge Gala
  • Ice cream party supplies

Residence Hall Incentive Program

Each time a Resident Assistant (RA) schedules a Leadership Lab workshop for their floor, they will receive one entry to an end of year pizza party for their floor.  Up to three residence hall floors will win a pizza party.  All participants will receive a small token of appreciation.