The 1955 Club provides meaningful opportunities for student ambassadors to develop leadership skills through an annual retreat, workshops and readings. The organization also emphasizes personal responsibility, integrity, and professional development. 1955 Club members are awarded a $500 Student Leadership Award each year.
Why join?
Develop Business Skills
Develop skills in marketing, event management, and organizational behavior while make new friends and connections in Kogod.
Become a Better Leader
By attending the required Annual Leadership Retreat you will learn important leadership skills. The retreat includes a ropes course and the opportunity to get to know other Kogod student leaders. This year's retreat is on April 10, 2010.
Who should apply?
1955 Club is for students who are:
- Interested in leadership development
- Looking for ways to relate your experience as a business student outside the classroom
- Committed to enhancing the Kogod experience for other students.
The application deadline has passed for the Fall 2010 semester.
The 1955 Club has two purpose-driven groups:
Kogod Envoys
Envoys serve as program ambassadors and represent Kogod to prospective students during AU Admission Days and other recruitment events. Each envoy must become familiar with Kogod admission and recruitment techniques and attend (at least) two events a semester. Students must also have a competitive GPA and co-curricular involvement.
Peer Mentors
Peer Mentors provide support for first-year student programs such as New Student Orientation and Kogod Kick-Off. Each mentor is expected to coordinate 1 social and 1 academic program for your assigned mentees. Students must have a competitive GPA and co-curricular involvement.
