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Elevate Leadership Program
Elevate is a multi-day program for incoming 91心頭利 students ready to grow as leaders who enact positive change. Elevate empowers participants to reflect on their values, strengthen their leadership potential, and build meaningful connections through interactive sessions, small group discussions, and community-building activities. Students will develop the self-awareness, relational skills, and sense of purpose needed to lead with integrity and make a lasting impact at W&M and beyond.
Elevate Leadership Program will be held Wednesday, July 29th through Saturday, August 1st. This program is not a substitute or alternative to New Student Orientation in August.
Important Dates and Deadlines
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| Friday, May 1st | Elevate Leadership Application Available. In the application you'll tell us a little bit about yourself and answer a few short answer questions (no more than 200 words each) |
| Monday, June 29th | Elevate Leadership Application Deadline |
| Monday, July 6th | Notifications will be sent to applicants. This will include instructions to confirm participation via registration. |
| Monday, July 20th | Registration Deadline. Selected participants must to confirm participation and pay the registration fee. |
| Wednesday, July 29th - Saturday, August 1st | Elevate Leadership 2026 |
Why should I participate in Elevate?
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How will we spend our time?Through a variety of activities and workshops, participants will have the opportunity to deepen their understanding of themselves as a leader and how to effectively work with others towards a better future. Topics/sessions include:
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Where will we stay and eat?Participants will stay in an on-campus residence hall, in a double-occupancy room with another participant. Meals will be provided by dining services on campus. Housing and meals are included in the overall cost. |
How much does this program cost?The cost to participate in Elevate Leadership is $150. The registration fee includes food, housing, activities, and participant materials. Payments are processed on-line; instructions on how to register and pay the registration fee will be shared with selected applicants in July. If you would like to be considered for a need-based scholarship, please indicate so on the application. |
When does Elevate start and end?Participants will arrive/check-in at 1pm on Wednesday, July 29th. Families are invited to stay for an optional Parent and Family Welcome at 4pm. The program will end at 11:30am on Saturday, August 1st, at which time participants are free to depart. Times subject to change. |
If I don't participate in Elevate, are there other ways for me to get involved?YES!!!! There are so many ways to get involved on campus and to grow as a leader, Elevate is only one of those opportunities. Here are a few suggestions of ways you can get involved aside from Elevate:
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Who can apply for Elevate?Students who have committed and deposited to joining the W&M community in Fall 2026. |