In Penn State's Presidential Leadership Academy (PLA), students foster critical thinking and leadership skills while learning directly from the University president an experience that students and alumni say reflects Penn State President Eric J. Barron's passion for empowering students and his commitment to leadership through service. "I had some amazing professors during my time at Penn State, and I absolutely count Dr. Barron as one of the best," said one PLA alumna.
Outside of class, academy members attend leadership seminars, etiquette dinners, and up to three fully-funded field trips per year. Applications close at midnight on Friday, February 25.
University Park students are invited to apply for the 2022 Presidential Leadership Academy, while faculty and staff members may also nominate students for consideration. The window for applications and nominations is open now.
University Park students are invited to apply for the 2022 Presidential Leadership Academy, while faculty and staff members may also nominate students for consideration. The window for applications and nominations is open now.