Highlights - Coppin State University

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What benefits can the students look forward to receiving after becoming a member of the
CBWLI
Gaining leadership training experience from professionals and interaction with prominent leaders are wonderful
benefits to receive from the CBWLI. The sessions help students to focus on developing leadership styles and
qualities. Transcript development sessions are given so students can work on their leadership transcript which
documents five areas: leadership experience, paraprofessional work experience, professional education
development, honors, awards, and special recognitions. Completing a leadership transcript is another perk since it
contains all the experiences that a student received during their academic career at Coppin. The transcript will
afford students extra consideration when applying for a job or when moving on to another institution to continue
their education. The last bonus I will discuss is the Award Recognition Reception given where the CBWLI
participants are awarded for their hard work. Members of the program also receive a medal to wear at their
graduation. I encourage all interested students to contact the Student Life Center to learn of all the benefits of
CBWLI membership.
Was it difficult recruiting students to participate in the Program and what do you think will
attract more students to the Leadership Program
This was the first semester that the CBWLI was reinstated; so many students were not familiar with the program.
Inquiries to the Student Life Center appeared once the emails were sent out and flyers went up. Once the
Institute is more established and becomes known I am sure, more students will find the program appealing.
Students had no problems enrolling once they took the time to find out just how beneficial the leadership program
could be for their academic and professional career.
What would you say is the biggest challenge with the program and how would you describe
the participants
The biggest challenge with the program was trying to find times when all the participants could meet as a group.
The participants were a mix of traditional, mature, and commuter students. They all had their own busy lives but
many still took the time to fulfill their obligations. All of the participants were hard working students who were
involved in a number of campus and community activities. This group of Charles B. Wright Leadership Institute
participants proved that all willing students can join and reap the benefits.
Would you recommend the CBWLI to other students
All students who meet the requirements should join. The leadership experience is priceless during this time of
professional development. This is a FREE service available to students. So ask questions today and see if the
Charles B. Wright Leadership Institute is right for you.
What is it like working with Mrs. Simon
I have been working for Mrs. Simon for four years now and I continue to learn more and more every day. She has
given me so many opportunities to grow as a student, leader, and a professional. I love the fact that Mrs. Simon
will not ask people to do something that she is not willing to do. I looked forward to coming in to work knowing
that hard work is appreciated. Words truly cannot express the gratitude I feel towards Mrs. Simon. The work she
does is greatly appreciated.