The OSU Leadership Academy is a year-long leadership development program designed for undergraduate students in the College of Agricultural Sciences and College of Forestry. Through weekly seminars, one-on-one mentorship, service projects, and real-world engagement, students build the confidence, skills, and experience needed to lead in professional and academic environments. Open to students of all majors within CAS and CoF, the program emphasizes personal growth, critical thinking, and collaboration with peers, alumni, and industry partners.
80% of Leadership Academy graduates are offered jobs after graduation
What is the Leadership Academy?
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One-year program open to on-campus students in all majors in CAS and CoF
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At least sophomore standing
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Required weekly seminar that meets Wednesdays from 4:00pm–5:50pm (PST)
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Paired with an OSU faculty mentor for the entire year
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Small group community service project
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Opportunity to engage with alums, natural resource agencies, non-profit organizations, federal agencies, and employers
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Over $14,000 available each year for leadership development activities
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Identified in End of Year Student Showcase and wear a leadership stole at graduation
Why Join the Leadership Academy?
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Develop deeper self-awareness through introspection
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Connect and grow alongside a community of motivated student leaders
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Clarify your unique leadership vision and values
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Learn strategies to influence and inspire others
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Build the confidence and skills to lead effective teams
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Strengthen your ability to adapt and navigate change
...and it sets you apart in the job market!
In The News
Chloe Dahee Lee, BioResource Research major, was one of the two attendees funded by the Leadership Academy (LA) to represent Oregon State University (OSU) in the Agriculture Future Leaders of America (AFA) Leadership conference held in...
