Summer LEAD program
Learn, Engage, Aspire, Develop
The Summer LEAD (Learn, Engage, Aspire, Develop) Program is designed to empower incoming students in their transition to college. This program launches as a three-week summer program and continues throughout the academic journey with the motto: “Start Together, Finish Together.”
While this program is beneficial to all students, Summer LEAD is designed for first-generation students.
- Capacity is limited to 24.
- Students are eligible to register once they have paid their enrollment deposit through the Admissions office.
- Acceptance into the program is on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration closes on July 1. Students will be notified of their acceptance.
Register for Summer LEAD
Space is still open, register early!
Summer LEAD Logistics
Experience college life and a free college course.
- Kickoff: Friday, August 1
- Dates: Friday, August 1 through August 20, when Leaf Launch begins on August 21.
- Course: Academic Voice- Elevate your writing, research, and speaking skills to achieve greater success in college
- Accommodations: LEAD students will move directly into their Yoder residence hall room, and commuter students will experience living on campus alongside their peers until August 18. What to bring…
- Trips: Explore Chicago, South Bend Heritage Center
Summer LEAD Benefits
To get a head start on college life and academics!
- Build your confidence by participating in various college life and academic activities before the fall semester begins.
- Earn 3 college credits in August.
To connect and meet new people and familiarize yourself with the campus
- Meet other new students and make friends before the fall semester begins.
- Get to know faculty, staff and peer leaders who will help you succeed at GC.
- Learn about campus resources and how to navigate the campus before your first day of classes.
To gain access to this free programming designed to enhance your education
- You read that right. Participating in Summer LEAD programs is free.
- Workshop and course materials are also provided.
- All-Inclusive: Accommodations, Meals, Trips, College Course, Evening Activities, etc. You only need to bring money for extra snacks and souvenirs.
