Future Leaders Institute

Future Leaders Institute

TSC Future Leaders Institue Promotional Logo.The Office of Student Life is committed to developing student leaders at TSC. The TSC Future Leaders Institute is designed for students interested in building their leadership skills and confidence while actively participating in our vibrant campus community. 

What is the TSC Future Leaders Institute?

The TSC Future Leaders Institute is a free, non-transcript certificate program at Tallahassee State College focused on developing students into active leaders and positive change-makers. Students may begin the program anytime, and completing the requirements is self-paced. To meet the diverse needs of TSC students, the program will:

  • Build on your leadership experience by guiding you through expanded topics in leadership, including servant leadership, ethical leadership, articulating a vision, and developing a personal leadership philosophy.
  • Students must complete four in-person Leadership Workshops, participate in a Leadership Retreat, and complete the Self-Guided Modules in the Student Resilience Project portal, and a capstone project of choice.
  • Students who complete all components will receive a TSC Leadership Certificate and a TSC Leadership medal (which can be worn at graduation) and will be honored at the Student Life Celebration in March.

What is leadership?

TSC Future Leaders Institute's guiding principles are the act of guiding, influencing, and directing a group of people toward a common goal. It involves setting a vision, making decisions, and motivating others to achieve objectives. Effective leadership requires communication, empathy, integrity, decisiveness, and the ability to inspire trust. Leadership styles can vary, from authoritative to collaborative, depending on the leader's approach and the organization's or group's needs.

Ultimately, leadership is about having authority and empowering others to succeed and grow.

What will I learn from the TSC Future Leaders Institute?

The TSC Future Leaders Institute focuses on developing 12 Leadership Qualities:

  • Character
  • Communication
  • Focus
  • Initiative
  • Listening
  • Positive Attitude
  • Problem-Solving
  • Relationships
  • Self-Discipline
  • Servanthood
  • Teachability
  • Vision

Program members will have the opportunity to engage in activities that develop these competencies in a variety of ways, including:

  • In-Person Workshops
  • Virtual Activities
  • Self-Guided Activities through the Student Resilience Project (Available 24/7 on-demand)

How do I start?

To participate in the TSC Future Leaders Institute, you must:

  • Be currently enrolled in at least six credit hours
  • Be in good standing with college (GPA minimum 2.0)

Students who meet these requirements can:

  • Complete the information inquiry form to be considered for the program
  • Once approved, you will start your leadership journey

How do I complete the program?

Program Activities and Schedule

The following leadership development opportunities are offered to meet students' needs and interests. Students may choose which experience they want to have to meet program requirements.

  • Participate in Leadership Retreat Spring 2025 (TBA)
  • Attend four Leadership Workshops (TBA)
  • Complete Self-Guided Self-Care Modules in the Student Resilience Project portal
  • Capstone Project
Want to Join the Future Leaders Institute? Application opens January 13-27, 2025

Contact Us

Dr. Jennifer Carr, Dean of Student Services

(850 201-6140

jennifer.carr@tsc.fl.edu