Leadership Opportunities
Become a leader in your community by joining one of our Student Activities-sponsored leadership programs.
Northeast Campus
Peer Leader
The Peer Leader Program is a great opportunity for you to assist the Student Activities Office with the implementation of orientation programs for all new students entering TCC. As a Peer Leader, you play a vital role in helping new students adjust to the campus community. The Peer Leader Program is also intentional in developing leadership skills, not only through leading New Student Orientation sessions, but also through the year-round Leadership Development Series designed specifically for Peer Leaders.
Contact: Cara Walker, cara.walker@tccd.edu
LEADER-CON
LEADER-CON is a bi-annual leadership development opportunity open to all students.
The fall semester features a full-day conference with a keynote speaker, workshops, activities, and more.
The spring semester features LEADER-CON II, with a half-day experience that includes a keynote luncheon.
Each semester's experience also brings useful giveaways, including leadership development tools that can be used in your day-to-day. Make sure you don't miss the next LEADER-CON!
Contact: Cara Walker, cara.walker@tccd.edu
Northwest Campus
Northwest Campus offers many opportunities for leadership, volunteerism and individual growth.
Peer Leader
A great opportunity for you to guide incoming freshmen during their first year experience. Peer leaders serve as co-facilitators for New Student Orientation and participate in campus tours, group discussions and other events throughout the semester.
Contact: Rachael McCloskey rachael.mccloskey@tccd.edu
TCC NW Emerging Leaders
The TCC NW Emerging Leaders program is an 8-Week student leadership cohort. As a participant, you will have opportunities to develop as a leader through participation in workshops, community service projects, networking, and involvement with a legacy project.
Topics include:
- The Challenge of Leadership
- Leadership Wellbeing
- Inclusive Leadership
- Leadership and Service
- Student Leadership Retreat
- Leadership Portfolio
- Foundations of Leadership
Emerging Leaders' Schedule
Application Deadline: September 14
Orientation: Tuesday, September 19, noon–1 p.m.
Leadership Sessions: Tuesdays (September 26–November 7) from noon–1 p.m. or 2–3 p.m.
Contact: Alicia Coleman, alicia.coleman@tccd.edu
South Campus
Peer Leader
Peer Leaders are well-informed students who assist the Coordinator of Student Activities in the implementation of orientation programs for all new students entering TCC. As a Peer Leader, you'd play a vital role in helping new students adjust to the campus community. The Peer Leader program is a great opportunity for you to develop leadership skills.
Contact: Dantrayl Smith, dantrayl.smith@tccd.edu
Southeast Campus
Student Leadership Academy
The Student Leadership Academy is open to all students who want to grow as leaders on campus and in the community. Passionate faculty and experienced staff volunteer to teach topics on leadership, self-awareness, time and money management, etiquette, public speaking, leadership and service, and more.
The program is flexible and schedule-friendly—you may take one or all the classes each semester. A special graduation lunch and certificate is provided each semester for students that complete program requirements.
Contact: Veronica Guzman, veronica.guzman2@tccd.edu
Leadership Enrichment
The Leadership Enrichment program is year-two of the Student Leadership Academy. You can continue your development after graduating from the Student Leadership Academy. Year-two Leadership Enrichment classes offer a deeper understanding of leadership issues and qualities. At this level, you will have opportunities to put into practice the leadership skills learned during your first year.
Contact: Veronica Guzman, veronica.guzman2@tccd.edu
Campus Ambassadors
Upon completion of two semesters in the Student Leadership Academy, you're invited to apply to become a Campus Ambassador. Once selected, you participate in a pinning ceremony and receive a special blazer to wear at campus and community functions. You are the face of TCC Southeast and will work alongside the president of the campus. You have an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of your peers and the Early College High School students you mentor.
Contact: Veronica Guzman, veronica.guzman2@tccd.edu
Peer Leader
A great opportunity for you to guide incoming freshmen during their first year at TCC. Peer leaders serve as co-facilitators for New Student Orientation and participate in campus tours, group discussions and other events throughout the semester.
Contact: Carla Hernandez, carla.hernandez@tccd.edu
Trinity River Campus
Peer Leaders
Peer Leaders facilitate intentional and meaningful peer-to-peer support through new student orientation.
As a Peer Leader, you will develop a diverse skill set to provide the best peer service possible to Trinity River Campus students. Peer Leaders serve as co-facilitators for New Student Orientation, lead campus tours, and assist with a variety of campus programs and activities throughout the academic year.
Contact: Trinity River Student Activities: tr.studentactivities@tccd.edu
TCC Emerging Leaders
TCC Emerging Leaders provides students with weekly leadership workshops.
Topics include:
- Emotional intelligence
- Conflict resolution
- Critical thinking
- Goal setting
- and more!
Understanding these topics will help you develop skills for your leadership roles, transfer to a four-year institution, and transition to the work force. At the end of the semester, you will receive a certificate of completion when you reach specific milestones.
Contact: Karla Bustos, karla.bustos@tccd.edu
A.C.E. Leadership
The A.C.E. Leadership program provides students with hands-on, in-depth leadership opportunities.
You will learn the three facets of community engagement:
- Civic responsibility
- Local involvement
- Volunteerism
Each semester, your cohort will participate in a variety of opportunities to develop your personal leadership skills while gaining experience and understanding in each of these areas. Upon completion of specific milestones, you will receive a program certificate.
Contact: Karla Bustos, karla.bustos@tccd.edu
Leadership Luncheon
Are you hungry for insightful conversations? Munch down on good food and leadership discussions with fellow Trinity River Campus leaders each month.
Seats are limited and require pre-registration.
Contact: Karla Bustos, karla.bustos@tccd.edu
Updated August 25, 2023