LEAD, FEMALE LEADERSHIP & MENTORING PROGRAM

LEAD students at Gala

The Lead, Female Leadership & Mentoring Program, offers female-identifying students access to inclusive and holistic academic support, mentoring, leadership development, and community engagement opportunities.

Lead is a leadership and mentoring program, which seeks to improve access, retention, and completion of underrepresented female-identifying students at STCC. It engages students in educational, cultural, and civic engagement opportunities, all while building strong personal and professional networks. Lead promotes leadership, self-advocacy, and self-development.

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Goals

  • Academic Excellence: Promote high academic achievement by fostering critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and a commitment to lifelong learning.
  • Leadership: Provide opportunities to enhance and develop leadership skills
  • Self-advocacy: Build confidence, self-esteem, and character while promoting positive habits
  • Networking: Build strong personal and professional networks
  • Self-development: Engage students in educational, cultural, and civic engagement opportunities

Services

  • Individualized support and a primary point of contact with the Lead team.
  • Invitations to in-person and virtual meetings, workshops, and events, academic skill development, self-improvement, financial literacy, and cultural enrichment.
  • Access to peer and professional mentors.
  • Assistance in course selection, registration, financial aid/FAFSA, and scholarship applications.
  • Leadership development opportunities that will impact your success inside and outside of the classroom.
  • Transfer advising and transfer visits to 4-year colleges and universities, including tours, information sessions, and student activities.
  • Sponsorship for participation in leadership development programs, conferences, and training.

Events

  • EmpowerHER Series
    The EmpowerHer series aims to provide programming aimed at empowering participants with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to overcome their personal and professional goals. Through a series of workshops, and guest speakers, participants gain tools for leadership, self-advocacy, self-development, and effective communication. 
  • Lead Mom Mondays
    The Mom Mondays initiative is designed to provide students with a dedicated space and supportive community where they can share their experiences, resources, and tips with one another, while also receiving mentorship and guidance to navigate their academic, personal, and professional journeys.
  • International Women’s Day Celebration
    Lead’s International Women’s Day Celebration is a celebration of the achievements of women, fostering a sense of unity, support, and empowerment within our community. The event features an inspiring panel, networking, leadership awards, and local female-owned businesses as vendors. 
  • The Kickbacks
    The Kickback is a laid-back event where students can relax, enjoy food, music, and games, and build community outside of academic stress. It fosters connection, belonging, and a positive campus culture.
  • Academic/Leadership Workshops
    These workshops help students strengthen academic skills and develop leadership abilities through interactive sessions on topics such as: syllabus review, time management, and study skills.
  • Beyond Borders (Transfer Trips)
    Beyond Borders trips expose students to four-year institutions through campus visits, helping them envision and prepare for the transfer process. 
  • Graduation Ceremony
    The Graduation Ceremony honors students' academic achievements with a formal celebration that includes dinner, awards, and reinforces community pride and student success.

Staff/Faculty Referral Form

Know a student who could use a little extra support, motivation, or community?

We invite you to refer them through the Staff/Faculty Referral Form so we can provide personalized support, meaningful connections, and access to valuable campus resources. Your referral helps us connect students to the resources, mentorship, and services they need to thrive academically and personally.

Submit a Referral

Hours

Monday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. 
Tuesday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Wednesday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. 
Thursday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Contact

Ira H. Rubenzahl Student Learning Commons (B19), Suite 268
lead_program@stcc.edu
413-755-4760

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