Leadership Development

Winter 2026 Upcoming Programs and Events!

• Late Night Leadership

  SLICE presents Late Night Leadership, a keynote series in which faculty, staff, and professionals from the CWU community have an opportunity to tell students their own leadership stories. This series is designed to bridge the connection between CWU students and inspirational figures on campus. Snacks and refreshments will be provided.

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  Upcoming LNL Events: Speakers to be announced soon!

  Dates: Jan. 28, Feb. 4, Feb. 19
  Time: 6 PM - 7 PM
  Location: SURC Pit

• LEAD

  

  LEAD is an event that allows students to dive into leadership while experiencing a fun outdoor/indoor activity. Students will develop their leadership skills through an engaging workshop and then go on an adventure with one of SLICE's campus partners and the leadership programming staff. 

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  Upcoming Dates:
  

  Jan. 16, Feb. 6 & Feb. 27
  CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP!

   

   

• Power of You Conference

  

  SLICE is excited to host Power of You, a free leadership day conference focused on personal growth, skill-building, and connection. The event will include keynote speakers, interactive workshops, breakout sessions, light refreshments, and opportunities to network with peers and professionals.

  This accessible, no-cost experience is designed to support your leadership journey at CWU and beyond.

  Event Details:
  
  2026 Leadership Conference
  
  Theme: Leading with Resilience

  • March 6th
  • Located in the SURC
  • Free for all Students, Lunch provided and swag giveaways!
  • Registration Required: Power of You Conference - Registration Form 2026

  

• Wildcat Leadership Community

  

  Wildcat Leadership Community (WLC) is a cohort designed to help students take the next step into becoming authentic leaders on campus and in their communities. WLC is a 7-week program  where participants will learn how to develop their own leadership profile, find like-minded peers, and help the community through service.

  After completion of the program, students will receive a leadership certificate, letter of recommendation, graduation cord, and the opportunity to attend a trip at the end of the cohort.

  How to join? You must attend a WLC orientation at the beginning of Fall, Winter, or Spring quarter in order to register. Orientation dates will be posted here on the web and on instagram @cwuslice.

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  WINTER QUARTER ORIENTATIONS (REQUIRED):

  
  Dates: Jan 21 and 26
  Time: 12PM - 12:30PM and 3PM - 3:30PM; feel free to drop in between these times
  Location: SURC 250, SLICE Office
  

  During or orientation are provided a full overview of what WLC entails. Students will then be receive access to a sign up link with the option to register for either a Tuesday or Thursday Cohort.

  DISCLAIMER: Winter Quarter will cap out at 40 students. Each cohort (Tues. & Wed.) is 20 students total. 

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  WLC's Mission:

  The Wildcat Leadership Community seeks to guide students to become future leaders who value collaboration, ethical practices, application, and selfless service with a focus on themselves and how they can impact others.

  WLC Requirements:

  • Attend WLC orientation.
  • Attend 6/7 weekly cohort meetings.
  • Attend 1 campus event.
  • Attend 1 SLICE Leadership event.
  • Complete 6 service hours through SLICE.

  WLC Perks:

  • SLICE Leadership Certficate 
  • Graduation Cord
  • Letter of Recommendation 
  • Go to an Escape Room
  • End of Cohort Dinner