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.

2025-2026 SCHEDULE

All sessions take place 3:30pm-5pm on the Mt. Pleasant Campus in CSS 235.

Scholarships

Participants who successfully complete the academy are eligible for a $500 Mid scholarship.* Scholarships are limited to 25 participants.

*To successfully complete, participants must attend at least six of the eight scheduled sessions.

Thursday, September 25

  • Understanding Your Professional Strengths

Thursday, October 23

  • Setting Goals & Creating A Vision Board

Thursday, November 20

  • Learning Financial Literacy

Thursday, December 11

  • Building Your Professional Network

Thursday, January 22

  • Creating An Impactful Resume & Digital Brand

Thursday, February 26

  • Ensuring Flexibility & Adaptability In Your Career Path

Thursday, March 26

  • Managing Conflict Through Effective Communication
  • BONUS! Get Your Professional Headshot Taken at 3pm.

Thursday, April 23

  • Gaining Professional Skills Employers Are Seeking

Questions? 

Contact Amy Dykhouse, Director of Career Center & Accommodations, at adykhouse@midmich.edu

Last Reviewed: March 2024