Dean's Leadership Institute

Dean's Leadership Institute

Started in 1994, the Dean's Leadership Institute (DLI) provides a series of unique seminars for outstanding students. The Institute brings together the area's top technical and community leaders, along with select students from the College. The goal of the Institute's seminars is to provide an environment where candid dialogues can occur.

Student selection for the DLI is based on academic achievement, leadership skills, and commitment to participation. Typically, 15-20 junior level students are selected to participate each year. The DLI consists of 6 seminars on Friday evenings during the academic year. The hour-long seminars allow students to hear first-hand from noted speakers about:

• lifetime achievements and experiences
• important characteristics that helped develop his/her leadership skills
• advice for young student leaders preparing for careers
• the entrepreneurial spirit, and
• personal hardships that helped shape his/her career and life

Past speakers have included:

• Annette Clayton, Vice President, Americas Manufacturing and Distribution Operations, Dell Inc., Texas
• Raj Soin, President, MTC International
• Curt Schacker, CEO, Embedded Solution Partners, California
• Kris Joshi, Founder and Chairman, UES, Inc.
• Ronald Bullock, Chairman and CEO, Bison Gear & Engineering, Illinois
• Jeff Almoney, Director, Global Information Systems and Services, GM Corporation, Michigan
• Jennifer Whitestone, President, Total Contact, Inc.

Students interested in applying for the Dean's Leadership Institute can download the application form, or can contact Teri Shepherd in the Dean's Office at teri.shepherd@wright.edu or (937) 775-5007. Applications are due each year on May 1. The selection process will conclude with a brief interview with the dean. Decisions are made by September.

Past Participants