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Three levels of training will be available during the semester:  Level I, which is offered for freshmen only and Level II, which is open to any undergraduate that has completed at least one year at the University of Memphis or completed Level I last semester.  For students who do complete Level II, the final level available for the Tiger Leadership Institute, Level III is primarily focused on applying leadership concepts to a variety of roles after college.

Curriculum length and selection requirements for Level III are similar to Levels I & II; however, applicants must have completed Level II of the Institute to be eligible for this final experience.

Participation will be limited to a maximum of 25 students in each level.  An exception to this maximum applies to Level I, which will have 75 students split between three cohorts.

One reason for limiting participation is to make sure that we are offering a high level of training, and 25 is a very manageable amount for that.  The other reason for that limitation is we want to develop a cohesive, team atmosphere as students are completing each level of the program.

Level I will offer three cohorts this semester and students will have the option of choosing between those three available times.

All sessions of the Tiger Leadership Institute meet at the following times:

• Level I   - 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm each Tuesday (cohort 1)
• Level I   - 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm each Wednesday (cohort 2)
• Level I   - 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm each Thursday (Greek Freshmen cohort) 
• Level II  - 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm each Wednesday
• Level III - 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm each Tuesday (for those who have completed Level II ONLY)

While completing Level I of the institute, freshman students will expand in the areas of self-awareness and self-management.  Participants will also map a plan for student involvement.  Please click on the curriculum link on the right side of this page to see additional information.

Level II students will concentrate on learning how to be more effective as leaders within their organizations.  For this, we will discuss team development, power and authority, conflict and change management, and several other topics. Please click on the curriculum link on the right side of this page to see additional information.

The Office of Student Leadership & Involvement wants all graduates to be thoroughly prepared for leadership in their communities once they have completed their degrees so Level III concentrates on methods for engaging in positive social change, professional team environments, and continued leadership identity development. 

Throughout all levels of the Tiger Leadership Institute, participants will have an opportunity to meet campus and community leaders and develop strong bonds with like-minded, involved students.  Graduates of all levels will also be provided with a certificate by the Office of Student Leadership and Involvement to recognize their commitment to leadership learning and growth.  Additionally, the department will provide supporting evidence of completion, as needed by graduates (i.e. confirmation with a potential employer).

Level I (cohort 1) and Level III Dates
February 14
February 21
February 28
March 13
March 20
March 27
April 3
April 10  

Level I (cohort 2) and Level II Dates
February 15
February 22
February 29
March 14
March 21
March 28
April 4
April 11  

Level I (cohort 3) and Level II Dates
February 16
February 23
March 1
March 15
March 22
March 29
April 5
April 12 

*All Tiger Leadership Institute levels and cohorts will have a shared graduation ceremony Friday, April 13 at 12:30 pm.

Next Steps…
The application deadline for Level I, Level II, and Level III will be Friday, February 3 & students will be notified by Friday, February 10.  The online application may be accessed by following the 'TLI Application' link on the right. 

The Kickoff for Level I (cohort 1) and Level III is Tuesday, February 14. The Kickoff for Level I (cohort 2) and Level II is Wednesday, February 15. The Kickoff for Level I (cohort 3) and Level II is Thursday,  February 16. For additional information, please contact Jon Campbell at studentleadership@memphis.edu or call 678-8679.