Katherine is a leadership studies instructor for the College of Engineering at Iowa State University. She teaches in partnership with the Leadership Studies Program, which offers a certificate and minor. In addition to teaching, Katherine is a co-advisor for Emerging Leaders in Engineering and the Engineering Leaders of Tomorrow conference. She conducts leadership development workshops for many groups, including engineering student organizations. She has presented at the Iowa State Leadership Experience, Cardinal Leadership Scholars Recognition Program, and Spaceflight Operations. When not being passionate about leadership, Katherine likes to hear about the impact her students are having on the world, watch sports and Netflix, travel, and eat gluten and dairy free foods.
I am a Student Org Leader, Now What?
Are you a leader in a student organization? Have you and your members prepared for a successful year? In this session, students will reflect on the first weeks of the semester, setting goals for the year and creating strategies to reach their goals. Pertinent information regarding university policies and procedures as well as university resources will be shared with students to help students plan effectively for success. Additionally, student leaders will connect with one another, learn about the missions of other student organizations, and find ways to collaborate throughout the year to have the greatest impact on our students.
I’m a Student Organization Leader, Let’s Do This
Being a student organization leader is a fantastic opportunity for developing knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors for operating within leading organizations. Strategic thinking is important for making the most of the experience for leaders, followers, and the organization. In this session, students will discuss desires to serve as a student organization leader and how strategic planning can elevate their organizations, leaving students with a powerful experience and set of skills needed for internships, co-ops, and jobs. Students are encouraged to attend I am a Student Org Leader, Now What? prior to this session.