Wabash Valley Leadership Institute opens enrollment for spring cohort

After a hiatus due to the pandemic, The Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce and Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College (SMWC) are thrilled to announce that the Wabash Valley Leadership Institute (WVLI) is now accepting applications for the 11^th cohort that will come together in spring of 2022. The Chamber and SMWC held a joint press conference last week to express their excitement for the spring cohort and to discuss how WVLI has assisted many members of the community to be the best leaders for the Wabash Valley. Pam Chamberlain ’21G and Danielle Isbell ’19G each spoke about their heartwarming experiences and the support they got and continue to receive.

Pam Chamberlain ’21G shares her personal and professional development story.

*Danielle Isbell ’19G discusses her growth in confidence as a leader in the community.*

WVLI, a partnership between The Chamber and SMWC, was launched in 2014 with the goal to provide leadership training for businesses and organizations in The Wabash Valley.

WVLI is in an immersive format for one week. The curriculum focuses on leadership skills, personal growth, organizational behavioral skills. Participants engage in a wide variety of learning methodologies including self-assessments, lectures, case study review, reflection, team building and peer coaching. This year, the cohort will reside in the newly added residence building, Les Bois Hall, at SMWC.

“This program was developed with intentionality to create community connections among participants while honing their leadership skills,” stated SMWC President Dottie L. King, Ph.D. “As a member of the first cohort, I have first-hand understanding of the value of the week with other community leaders. We learned together and even enjoyed many laughs too!”

WVLI is open to adult learners throughout the Wabash Valley. Areas include Clay, Parke, Putnam, Sullivan, Vermillion and Vigo counties. Cohort members who successfully complete the Wabash Valley Leadership Institute will receive three credit hours towards the Master of Leadership Development program or the Master of Healthcare Administration program at SMWC. This year, the cohort will run from May 16-20. Applications are being accepted through April 22, with a limited number of seats. For more information, visit the Wabash Valley Leadership Institute page.