LEAD GW
A Pre-Orientation Program for Leadership Exploration and Development at GW
Sunday, August 23 - Tuesday, August 25, 2020
Online registration will open on Thursday, May 14, 2020.
LEAD GW (Leadership Exploration and Development at GW) is a dynamic, two and a half day pre-orientation, co-curricular program and fall workshop series for first-year undergraduate students. This program, hosted by the Division for Student Affairs, empowers incoming students to learn more about themselves, socially responsible leadership, and their new home.
Participants attend presentations and workshops, participate in small group activities, and explore GW and DC. Incoming students are paired with upperclass guides who mentor, share resources, and provide personal insights into life at GW and living in DC. Participants will further their learning and build community through a fall semester workshop series designed specifically for LEAD GW participants.
<> learn about leadership through exploring 5 Pillars of Leadership;
<> connect with peers, staff, and the GW community;
<> learn about academic and campus resources; and
<> learn how to engage in leadership opportunities at GW.
Cost
Program fee is $100. Fee will be added to student bill. Program fee waivers may be available for individuals who express financial need. Email Natalie Hershberger, Assistant Director for Experiential Learning and Leadership, at [email protected] for more information.
*Registration
Space is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Registration opens Thursday, May 14 and will close on Friday, July 10 or when we reach capacity. A wait list will be made available should the program fill before July 10. Register online through the housing application portal at go.gwu.edu/eservices by clicking the button for pre-orientation programs. You are not fully registered until you have received an email confirmation (sent to your GW account).
Early Move-in: Sunday, August 23 (after 10 AM)
LEAD GW: Sunday, August 23 (check-in 5 PM) - Tuesday, August 25
The schedules below outline the last two years of LEAD GW and give you a sense of what we do day-to-day. Expect some changes, however, to the 2020 schedule as we evaluate our past programs and work to continually enhancing our pre-orientation offerings!
LEAD GW 2018
LEAD GW 2017
Additional Information
Communication: More information and updates will be provided via your GW email throughout the summer.
Move-in: Participants will move into their assigned residence hall room. (https://living.gwu.edu/fall-early-arrival)
Small groups: Participants will be assigned to a small group led by two returning GW students.
Meals: Dinner will be provided on Sunday. Lunch and dinner will be provided on Monday and Tuesday.
What to bring: Yourself and a positive attitude! No special equipment or materials are required for this program; however, we'll send a few suggestions closer to move-in.
If you have any additional questions, please contact Denise Remedios, Program Coordinator for Leadership, at d[email protected] or 202-994-9639.
Before registering, please confirm that LEAD GW dates do not conflict with other committements.Student participating another pre-orientation program, including SEAS Getaway or WLP, should not register for LEAD GW. International students will be excused for their mandatory new international student orientation with ISO ; however, students must confirm that no additional orientation or sessions are required by their school or academic program during this time.
