Registration IS OPEN! Last day to Register is Friday, October 2nd!

* if you have issues accessing the registration form, please use this direct link: BLS REGISTRATION *

Bobcat Leadership Seminar (BLS) is great for students interested in exploring their identities as leaders and getting more involved in leadership at UC Merced & beyond. We welcome all students, whether you are continuing your leadership journey or just getting started. BLS consists of six (6) 1.5-hour sessions.

Program Structure

• Workshop 1: Define Leadership, Explore Your Multiple Identities, Intro to Kouzes & Posner’s 5 Practices
• Workshop 2: Modeling the Way
• Workshop 3: Leading with Empathy & Cultural Fluency
• Workshop 4: Communication Skills & Self-Awareness
• Workshop 5: Service as Leadership & the Social Change Model
• Workshop 6: Confidence & Resilience in Leadership

What will I do in this program?

• Explore your identity and leadership style(s)
• Reflect on questions like: Who am I? What impact do I want to make?
• Identify leadership strengths and areas for growth
• Develop strategies to build confidence and resilience
• Learn about leadership opportunities at UC Merced and beyond

Who should sign up?

• Open to all UC Merced students (undergraduate & graduate)
• Helpful for both current and future leadership development

What should I expect?

• Facilitated by Stephany Barrera and Jared Tan
• Includes a short online assessment (~20 minutes)
• Complete assessment to receive your certificate
• Welcoming, supportive environment — come as your authentic self