Student Leadership Academy

Student Leadership Academy (SLA)

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Are you ready to become a confident leader and make a meaningful impact on and off campus? Apply now for our 10-week Student Leadership Program and unlock your leadership potential!

What is the SLA?

The Student Leadership Academy aims to empower students to become confident leaders, equipped to make meaningful impacts both on and off campus. This transformation will be achieved through comprehensive development in leadership skills, personal growth, networking, advocacy, and accountability.

Fall 2024 SLA Sneak Peak

Hybrid Information Orientation

Join us to learn all about the Spring 2025 SLA! Our hybrid sessions are designed to give you a comprehensive overview of the academy's application criteria, program structure, and benefits. Don't miss this chance to get all your questions answered.

Join the Sneak Peek Interactive Workshops

Experience a sneak peek of the Spring 2025 SLA with our interactive workshops! Join us in person for dynamic and engaging sessions that showcases one of the key components of the academy.

Don't miss this opportunity to get a glimpse of what the Student Leadership Academy can do for you!

Sneak Peek Schedule
August	Information Orientations Thursday, 8/22 from 11:00-12:00PM in JSC 104 Wednesday, 8/28 from 3:00-4:00PM in JSC 104
September	Workshop: Mastering the Art of Effective Communication Friday, 9/13 from 10:00-12:00PM in JSC 219-3 Information Orientations Friday, 9/20 from 10:00-11:00AM in JSC 104 Tuesday, 9/24 from 3:00-4:00PM in JSC 109 Monday, 9/30 from 11:00-12:00PM in JSC 104
October	Webinar: SSCCC Virtual Overview Log in to hear what the Student Senate of California Community Colleges is and learn about their PAID leadership opportunities for the 2025-2026 school year. Friday, 10/4 from 10-11AM on Zoom. Click here to register!. Workshop: Uncovering Your Unique Leadership Styles Friday, 10/11 from 10:00-12:00PM in HS 121 Information Orientations Tuesday, 10/15 from 12:00-1:00PM in JSC 104 Wednesday, 10/23 from 2:00-3:00PM in JSC 104
November	Information Orientations Friday, 11/1 in TBD from 11:00AM-12:00PM in JSC 104 Thursday, 11/14 from 3:00-4:00PM in JSC 104
RSVP for a chance to win Don's Bookstore gift cards!

Spring 2025 SLA

Spring Application Opens November 4-15, 2024!

Why Apply for the Student Leadership Academy?

Develop Leadership & Confidence

Enhance your leadership skills through hands-on experiences and structured learning activities. Boost your self-confidence and self-efficacy.

Expand Your Network

Build valuable connections with peers, faculty, mentors, and professionals through collaborative projects, workshops, and networking events.

Personal Growth & Positive Impact

Explore your strengths, interests, and values in a supportive environment. Learn how to make a meaningful impact on campus and in the community.

Prepare for Future Leadership Roles

Get ready for future leadership roles in your career, community, and areas of interest, including SAC & RSCCD

Participatory Governance.

Gain Practical Experience

Gain real-world leadership experiences that will prepare you for academic, professional, and personal success.

Application Considerations.

Application Considerations

Academic Achievement 

Must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0. First-semester at SAC students have a default 4.0 GPA

Compliance with College Policies

Applicants must be currently enrolled at Santa Ana College.

It is recommended that students work to remove any academic or financial holds from their account before applying.

Students should maintain good standing with the Student Advocacy and Accountability Office. Students must adhere to the behavioral standards outlined in the Student Handbook. Failure to align with these standards may result in removal from the program.

Program Requirements

- Attend one Fall 2024 Sneak Peek Hybrid Information Orientation

- Complete six Friday workshops (2 hours each) = 12 Hours

- Volunteer 6 total hours of Community Service through the Career Center Service Learning Program. Community service must be complete between February 17- May 2, 2025.

- Dress to impress at the Spring Networking Reception on Friday, May 23, 2025

Spring 2025 Workshops

Uncovering Your Unique Leadership Style

- Identify your leadership style and what motivates you to lead.

Mastering the Art of Effective Communication

- Employ the fundamental principles of effective communication and deliver messages with clarity.

Building Powerful Networks for Success

- Create and deliver a compelling elevator pitch and develop effective networking skills.

Crafting Your Ultimate Time Management Strategy

- Create a personal time management plan and identify effective techniques and tools.

Navigating Conflict with Confidence and Skill

- Apply conflict resolution techniques and practice strategies for effective conflict handling.

Strategic Decision Making for Leaders

- Employ a step-by-step decision-making process to make deliberate, thoughtful decisions.

Contact Us

Name	Email/Phone
Jordan Clark	leadershipacademy@sac.edu (714) 564-6320

Student Leadership Academy

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What is th​​e SLA?

​Fall ​​​2024 S​​LA Sneak Peak

Hybrid Information Or​​ientation

Join the Sneak P​​eek Interactive Workshops

Spring 2025​ SLA

Why Apply for the Student Leadership Academy?​ ​​