Terrapin Leadership Institute: Foundational Leadership

[Fall Only] Foundations (6 weeks): Participants will explore and develop foundational leadership skills such as leadership styles, ethics, identity, collaboration, and communication . Perfect for emerging leaders who want to discover and/or refine their leadership philosophy and practice! No prior formal leadership experience necessary. The workshop is a low-commitment, high intensity series that is meant to accommodate the student's busy schedule. There is no cost to participate in TLI! Food is provided at each session <3 Register at stamp.umd.edu/TLI Leadership Introduction & Ethics Leadership Styles & Strengths Community & Belonging Communication Collaboration Goal Setting & Philosophy Sessions will take place in-person starting the week of September 29th and conclude the week of November 12th (*No sessions will take place the week of Fall Break Oct 12th-16th*) Program Details at a Glance Dates: Week of September 29 – Week of November 10, 2026 (No sessions Oct 12–16 during Fall Break) Location: Stamp Student Union, Margaret Brent Room (2nd Floor) Registration Opens: August 19, 2026 Registration Closes: September 24, 2026 Choose your Weekly Session Track Select the time slot that best fits your class schedule (sessions meet once per week): Track 1: Tuesdays, 5:15 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Track 2: Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Track 3: Thursdays, 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Note: Session times and topics are subject to minor adjustments based on facilitator availability. Register at stamp.umd.edu/TLI   Hosted by: Maryland LEAD Program Additional Information can be found at: https://terplink.umd.edu/event/12607985