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Elevate Leadership Program
Elevate is a multi-day program for incoming William & Mary students ready to grow as leaders who enact positive change. Elevate empowers participants to reflect on their values, strengthen their leadership potential, and build meaningful connections through interactive sessions, small group discussions, and community-building activities. Students will develop the self-awareness, relational skills, and sense of purpose needed to lead with integrity and make a lasting impact at W&M and beyond.
What Past Participants Said About Elevate
"I learned so much about myself through this program. Hearing other people's opinions and perspectives made me look at my own opinions and values differently"
"I was surprised by how many close friends I made and how friendly and comfortable I felt with everyone in the group"
"I really appreciated the number of different personalities, values, and strengths assessments we took throughout the program. They helped me build a more in-depth, holistic picture of myself!"
"I think this program really helped me understand my strengths and, importantly, my leadership style. I used to think leadership was about taking charge and making the calls, while isn’t something I would typically do, but it’s really about working in a group and navigating through challenges using everybody’s personal strengths"
Dates for the 2027 Elevate Leadership Program will be available in Spring 2027. This program is not a substitute or alternative to New Student Orientation in August.
Important Dates and Deadlines
Specific dates for 2027 will be updated in Spring 2027
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| May 1st | Elevate Leadership Application Available. In the application you'll tell us a little bit about yourself and answer a few short answer questions (no more than 200 words each) |
| TBD | Elevate Leadership Application Deadline |
| TBD | Notifications will be sent to applicants. This will include instructions to confirm participation via registration. |
| TBD | Registration Deadline. Selected participants must to confirm participation and pay the registration fee. |
| TBD | Elevate Leadership 2027 |
Why should I participate in Elevate?
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How will we spend our time?Through a variety of activities and workshops, participants will have the opportunity to deepen their understanding of themselves as a leader and how to effectively work with others towards a better future. Topics/sessions include:
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Where will we stay and eat?Participants will stay in an on-campus residence hall, in a double-occupancy room with another participant. Meals will be provided by dining services on campus. Housing and meals are included in the overall cost. |
How much does this program cost?The cost to participate in Elevate Leadership will be finalized in Spring 2027; in 2026 the cost was $150. The registration fee includes food, housing, activities, and participant materials. Payments are processed on-line; instructions on how to register and pay the registration fee will be shared with selected applicants in July. If you would like to be considered for a need-based scholarship, please indicate so on the application. |
When does Elevate start and end?Participants will arrive/check-in between 1pm and 3pm on the first day of the program. The program will end at 11:30am on the last day of the program, at which time participants are free to depart. Times subject to change. |
If I don't participate in Elevate, are there other ways for me to get involved?YES!!!! There are so many ways to get involved on campus and to grow as a leader, Elevate is only one of those opportunities. Here are a few suggestions of ways you can get involved aside from Elevate:
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Who can apply for Elevate?Students who have committed and deposited to joining the W&M community in Fall 2027. |