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This Year’s SEMINAR: |
2008 Seminar
June 20 - 21, 2008
St. John's University
Collegeville, Minnesota
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OVERVIEW:
The Minnesota MILE’s mission is to identify outstanding high school sophomores throughout Minnesota for being responsible citizens in their community and/or school and provide them
with the opportunity and encouragement to recognize their leadership potential. The student in attendance from each school is selected by their guidance counselor or principal as one who already exhibits positive leadership qualities in their school and community or who shows leadership potential that may simply need some added encouragement.
The high-energy weekend consists of team-building activities, motivational speakers (we’ve built relationships with several spectacular speakers), a leader’s luncheon, panels of key leaders from various industries, small group discussions,
and more. We encourage leadership development through emphasis on personal responsibility, volunteerism, increased awareness of social issues, and open-minded analysis of all sides to an issue when making decisions. |
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What kind of program is planned for the leadership seminars?
Outstanding leaders from business, government, science, education, and the professions will provided stimulating ideas through questions and answer discussion sessions. In addition, MILE 'delegates' will participate in thought-provoking activities that will enhance their MILE experience. The emphasis will be
on motivating the young people to make a positive contribution to their school and community and to be aware, active and responsible citizens. |
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Why is the program limited to high-school sophomores?
High School sophomores are chosen because their age is critical in focusing on future goals and forming opinions for adulthood. In addition, they have the opportunity to create a 'ripple effect' from their MILE experience in their remaining high school years. |
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What will result from the leadership seminars?
• MILE alumni influence future potential leaders by assisting with subsequent MILE seminars
• Students are motivated to return to their high schools and share the MILE experience with their classmates by conducting one-day PATHs.
• The MN MILE Alumni Association allows MILE alumni to continue their learning through travel programs, alumni reunions, and hands-on leadership experiences. |
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