Leadership
The LeaDORES Certificate
Launching Fall 2025, The LeaDORES Certificate Program is a dynamic 5-week leadership development experience designed to equip Vanderbilt students with essential skills for leading with purpose and impact. Grounded in the Student Leadership Competencies framework, this program will take place on Wednesdays from 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM and will explore key areas of leadership development through interactive workshops, reflection, and peer engagement. Whether you’re new to leadership or looking to grow your existing skills, The LeaDORES Certificate Program offers a meaningful opportunity to elevate your leadership journey.
For questions, please contact Dr. Adrienne M. Watson, adrienne.m.watson@vanderbilt.edu.
Join Student Organizations, Leadership, and Service as we kick off the inaugural Leadership Week! We invite students, faculty, and staff to experience the week-long opportunities to engage both personally and professionally through a range of programs and workshops designed to develop and strengthen your leadership skills and grow as a leader at Vanderbilt University and beyond. Leadership Week will take place the week of February 17 – February 20th in the Leadership and Service Space at 2402 Vanderbilt Place. Workshops and programs may cover one of the four themes of leadership: career, community engagement, mindfulness and wellbeing, and self-development.
Join us for free food, games, and the opportunity to win a giveaway everyday! Register for all events in AnchorLink.
Schedule of Events:
Monday, February 17 from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. : Leadership Week KICKOFF on Rand Wall
Tuesday, February 18 from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. : Community with the Titans discusses community engagement, leadership, and learn more about the Tennessee Titans community impact initiatives.
Presenter: Miranda McDonald, Director of Community Programs- One Community & Titans Foundation
Wednesday, February 19th from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. : What’s your Why? Understanding Positionality to Maximize Advocacy explores the importance of self-awareness and understanding one’s positionality—personal identities, experiences, and social locations—in leadership and advocacy. The session emphasizes the role of authentic, purpose-driven leadership in fostering equity and inclusion.
Presenter: Piersen Briggs, Initiative for Race Research & Justice
Wednesday, February 19th from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. : Encouraging the Heart: Recognition Matters focuses on the importance of recognizing and celebrating the contributions of individuals within a team or organization.
Presenter: Roshaunda Ross-Orta, Upper Division Engagement | Residential Colleges
Thursday, February 20th from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. : Balancing Student Leadership & Personal Wellbeing is designed to help student leaders develop strategies for managing their leadership responsibilities while prioritizing their mental health and personal well-being. The goal is to equip students with tools to thrive in their leadership roles without compromising their personal growth and overall well-being.
Presenter: Dr. Jamye Hardy-Wille
Thursday, February 20th – NATIONAL LEADERSHIP DAY!
Please contact Assistant Director, Adrienne M. Watson, for any questions: adrienne.m.watson@vanderbilt.edu
SOLS offers a variety of training and development opportunities designed to help student leaders effectively manage their organizations and create opportunities for members of their community to grow and inspire others to make an impact wherever they go. Click on the links below for a deeper look at some of the opportunities offered at Vanderbilt and through SOLS.
CliftonStrengths Coaching
Student Involvement Portal
Student Organization Directory
Please reach out to us with any questions at sols@vanderbilt.edu