Leadership Programs

 

Bringing Out the Best in Others

In addition to experiencing richer collegiate years, a resident's time spent in the Resident Leaders Program will assist in developing communication, leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills. These skills may enable them to achieve greater success academically and help students to be more competitive in the job market after graduation.

Develop Leadership Skills

A wide variety of leadership opportunities are available for students in the residence halls by participating in the Resident Leaders Program. In the true spirit of Cal Poly's "Learn by Doing" motto, residents gain the greatest skills through planning activities and working together to make a difference in their hall and/or the campus and local community. Each year, student leaders in the residence halls are invited to attend a Leadership Training Retreat, as well as participate in an on-going leadership development series. Campus and community involvement is also encouraged to increase students' awareness of different opportunities for leaders on campus.

Serve the Community

The Cal Poly residence hall system has won numerous awards for outstanding community service efforts through the EnR.I.C.H. Program. Each4/29/08r in the community. Whether students are helping to plant a garden, tutoring a homeless child, or raising money to feed the hungry, they are learning leadership skills that last a lifetime.

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Understand the Multicultural Community

As leaders in the 21st Century, we must learn to celebrate differences among us and to develop skills that allow us to live and learn together. The residence hall experience provides students with opportunities to celebrate who they are and to be educated about others.

 

Hall Council & Community Council

Hall and Community Councils provide a forum where residents can express ideas and concerns about their community and make a positive change in their daily living. Leaders gain practical experience in organizing and communicating through planning activities such as dances, coffee houses, intramural sports teams, and community service projects. Hall and Community Councils work with hall staff to create fun and educational environments in the halls.

Interhall Council

Interhall Council (IHC) is comprised of twelve members, one representative from each individual residence Hall Council, and three electeed officers. IHC serves as the main student government body for the residence hall system, and provides important student input into Housing and Residential Life's departmental policies and procedures, as well as other campus issues. IHC serves as the voice of the residence hall population and works to empower campus resident to play an active role in the residence halls through service, educational and social programming, and leadership opportunities. IHC also enacts change through legislation and advocates for students with the ultimate goal in making Cal Poly residence halls a more respectful and united community. IHC provides an excellent starting point for broader campus leadership opportunities such as ASI and College Council.