Join our Leadership & Service Partnership Programs!
Leadership & Service Living Learning Community | (1-year program) | Click here for more information
The Leadership & Service Living Learning Community is open to first-year students willing to commit themselves to explore and develop their own leadership skills and style, understanding their personal values and learning how to ethically amd effectively engage with, and in the local community. Personal engagement on a weekly basis is expected. This program is a partnership with the UC Merced Community Engagement Center.
Lift While You Lead | (Semester-long program) | Click here for more information
Lift While You Lead (LWYL) is a semester-long leadership and service opportunity that connects undergraduate students at UC Merced with students in Merced and the surrounding Central Valley area. UC Merced students serve as mentors to high school students enrolled in Women's Studies classes at Golden Valley High School. The small group mentoring relationship provides mentors and mentees with support, guidance, and encouragement - all with an emphasis on health, education, and leadership.
Best You, Best Future | (Semester-long program) | Click here for more information
Become a Best You, Best Future Mentor! The Community Engagement Center & the Margo F Souza Student Leadership Center has partnered with 4 local school districts to bring their 6th grade students to UC Merced for a personalized tour, lunch, and an empowering workshop! We are looking for volunteers who want to make a positive impact in our local youth. Volunteers must attend a training in order to become a BYBF mentor.
Public Service & Leadership Cerificate | Apply today! | Click here for more information
The Public Service & Leadership Certificate (PSL) is an opportunity for active UC Merced students to celebrate their commitment to: leadership, public service, academic achievement in community engaged courses, and in community engaged projects. We hope this opportunity will motivate UC Merced students to not only participate in community service activities, but also increase their leadership experiences and sense of belonging during their time at UC Merced.
