You are invited to attend our Signature Leadership Events!
The annual UC Merced Student Leadership Conference is one of the longest-running conferences at UC Merced. It brings together students, alumni, faculty, staff, and guest speakers for a full day of leadership learning, growth, and community. Registration for the 2025 conference will open soon!
The annual UC Merced Student Leadership Awards Ceremony honors students who show outstanding dedication to leadership on and off campus. The Souza Leadership Center celebrates students whose impact creates lasting change in the UC Merced community. Nominations for the 2026 awards open in Fall 2025.
The Souza Leadership Center offers monthly #LeadershipLesson workshops open to all UC Merced students. These 2-hour workshops help students strengthen their leadership skills, build confidence, and grow as changemakers. Fall 2024 workshop details will be released soon!
