The Laker Leadership Academy is designed to encourage and empower current students by providing engaging opportunities hosted by Mid alumni and local professionals that allow students to network and develop key skills that positively impact future success. Plus, students who complete the series receive a $500 scholarship from the Mid Michigan College Foundation to support their continuation toward a credential.
2026-2027 SCHEDULE
All sessions take place 3:30pm-5pm on the Mt. Pleasant Campus in CSS 234/235.
Scholarships
Participants who successfully complete the academy are eligible for a $500 Mid scholarship. To successfully complete, participants must attend at least six of the eight scheduled sessions. Scholarships are limited to 25 participants.
Thursday, September 17
- Understanding Your Professional Strengths
- BONUS! Get Your FREE Professional Headshot Taken at 3pm.
Thursday, October 15
- Setting Goals & Creating A Vision Board
- BONUS! Get Your FREE Professional Headshot Taken at 3pm.
Thursday, November 12
- Learning Financial Literacy
- BONUS! Get Your FREE Professional Headshot Taken at 3pm.
Thursday, December 10
- Building Your Professional Network
- BONUS! Get Your FREE Professional Headshot Taken at 3pm.
Thursday, January 14
- Creating An Impactful Resume & Digital Brand
- BONUS! Get Your Professional Headshot Taken at 3pm.
Thursday, February 11
- Ensuring Flexibility & Adaptability In Your Career Path
- BONUS! Get Your FREE Professional Headshot Taken at 3pm.
Thursday, March 18
- Managing Conflict Through Effective Communication
- BONUS! Get Your FREE Professional Headshot Taken at 3pm.
Thursday, April 15
- Gaining Professional Skills Employers Are Seeking
- BONUS! Get Your FREE Professional Headshot Taken at 3pm.
FREE Professional Headshot Details
- Students + Alumni! Drop by on the dates noted above 3pm-3:30pm, strike a pose, and snag a FREE professional headshot—perfect for LinkedIn, resumes, or your next big opportunity!
- No Appointment Necessary - Just Drop In!
- Mt. Pleasant Campus | Career Center DOAN 109
Questions?
Contact Amy Brooks, Director of Career Center & Accommodations, at abrooks4@midmich.edu.