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Inspiring Leadership:

The Institute Hosts Inaugural New Leaders Program for WV students

This past spring, the Institute for Public Affairs launched The New Leaders Program as part of its bi-annual Local Government Leadership Academy. The New Leaders Program encouraged college students to become engaged in the process of creating a prosperous future in the Mountain State. Students were contacted with the assistance of WV Campus Compact and asked to write an essay on the following question: “Discuss a problem that you see in your community and/or state. What are some possible solutions? Describe how you might begin to lead an effort to solve that problem.” Selected students were required to be from a distressed county as designated by the Appalachian Regional Commission and offered scholarships to pay for registration fees and attendance during the event held April 9 and 10.

Students enjoyed the opportunity to participate and learn from leaders in government, business, and nonprofit sectors. Through a series of workshops, students gained network ing skills and knowledge about important issues facing the state. One goal of the program was to help students see opportunities to stay in West Virginia after they graduate from college. The New Leaders Program was made possible with support from the Appalachian Regional Commission, Benedum Foundation, West Virginia Development Office, and West Virginia University. The Institute would like to thank and recognize all of the students and distinguished guests involved in the program.

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