Leadership Studies
CPT. WYATT SMITH
Mission and Goals
The Leadership Studies Minor is committed to cultivating intellectually grounded, ethically responsible, and practically capable leaders. The program aims to enhance students’ critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities while fostering the interpersonal and organizational skills essential for effective leadership. Rooted in interdisciplinary learning, the minor emphasizes the ability to influence others by providing purpose, direction, and motivation—preparing students to lead teams, manage complex challenges, and contribute meaningfully to the improvement of organizations and society.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Students will demonstrate the ability to critically analyze complex problems, evaluate multiple courses of action, and develop reasoned solutions in both individual and group settings.
Ethical Leadership & Decision-Making
Students will apply ethical frameworks to real-world leadership challenges and make informed, principled decisions that reflect a commitment to integrity and accountability.
Effective Communication & Influence
Students will exhibit the ability to communicate clearly and persuasively across a variety of platforms and audiences, with an emphasis on motivating and influencing others toward shared goals.
Teamwork & Organizational Leadership
Students will effectively contribute to and lead diverse teams, demonstrating an understanding of group dynamics, conflict resolution, and organizational behavior.
Purpose-Driven Leadership Practice
Students will articulate and apply leadership theories and practices that emphasize purpose, direction, and motivation in order to inspire others and improve organizational outcomes.
Basic Soldier Skills
Students will learn Basic Soldiering skills such as how to operate in a tactical environment as part of a team, Land Navigation, Basic Marksmanship Skills, Tactical Combat Casualty Care, Fieldcraft, Communication with Military Equipment, etc.