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Weissman Center for Leadership

Mt. Holyoke College - MA, Massachusetts

The Weissman Center for Leadership provides a wide range of leadership education and experiences including pedagogical strategies, subject matter in classes, and student activities. The college emphasizes that education for citizenship is a cornerstone of the liberal arts at Mt. Holyoke. The center promotes educational activities and events that enhance students’ understanding of the pressing problems of our times and provide opportunities for engaged citizenship. Specific leadership activities include community-based learning, public interest advocacy,case study method and “”Beyond the Gates”" activities.

E-Mail: jladams {at} mtholyoke(.)edu
Website: http://www.mtholyoke.edu/acad/programs/wcl

A first-rate education, includes civic responsibility as well as academic preparation.... With the right programs in place, our schools can provide a wonderful opportunity for students to come together and learn the skills that will keep our democracy strong."

-Arne Duncan, U.S. Secretary of Education

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