Certified Student Leader Series

Discover Your Leadership Potential

The Certified Student Leader series (CSL) is a foundational leadership development initiative created to prepare undergraduate students for leadership roles within Florida Atlantic’s RSOs, campus departments, internships, and other on- or off-campus leadership opportunities.

Formatted as an introductory professional leadership experience, this program aims to ensure that students gain the essential skills, confidence, and support network needed to enhance their formal leadership journey at Florida Atlantic University.

Program Goal

To equip students with foundational leadership skills before stepping into formal leadership positions. CSLS provides a practical toolkit of transferable leadership competencies, ensuring students are personally and professionally prepared to begin or continue their leadership journey at Florida Atlantic University.

Who Should Apply?

The Certified Student Leader Series is ideal for undergraduate students who are:

  • New to leadership or exploring opportunities for involvement
  • Interested in future leadership within RSOs, university programs, or community initiatives
  • Motivated to grow their career-readiness skills through hands-on development

Eligibility Requirements

To participate, students must:

  • Be a currently enrolled undergraduate student at Florida Atlantic University
  • Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75
  • Be in good academic and conduct standing with the university
  • Complete a brief digital interview as part of the application process

Program Expectations

Selected participants will complete the following components during their CSLS experience:

  • Attending an on-campus leadership conference.
  • Participate in the Days of Service initiatives
  • Complete at least two Leadership Lab Sessions on key leadership topics
  • Maintain active membership in a Club or Registered Student Organization
  • Enroll as a mentee via The Mentoring Collective
  • Complete at least 10 hours of community service, tracked through NobleHour

Why Join?

  • Learn how to build a solid foundation of leadership skills applicable across many fields and industries.
  • Boost connections with peers, mentors, and campus leaders.
  • Earn the official Certified Student Leader designation.
  • Gain recognition on your Student Involvement Transcript.
  • Strengthen your qualifications for future programs, including the Elite Owl Ambassador Program, where CSLS serves as a recommended pre-cursor for deeper leadership development and ambassadorial readiness

Ready to Lead? (Action Button to Application)

Applications open April 13th - April 27th

Prepare to learn how to lead with purpose and take your first step toward becoming a Certified Student Leader at Florida Atlantic University.

For questions or more information, please contact CJ Thomas via email at christophert2018@fau.edu.