What leadership looks like
We are committed to your personal, professional, and social development, and that involves leadership. If you want to learn and grow in a supportive environment, we encourage you to check out these leadership training programs specifically designed for college students.
Leadership Events:
Fall Student Leadership Retreat
Each year, the offices of Student Life & Leadership from the Maricopa County Community College District, Central Arizona College, and Coconino Community College host a three-day retreat designed to strengthen the leadership, life, and wellness skills of students.
How to attend the 2020 retreat virtually
For directions and details, contact the Office of Student Life & Leadership at 480-732-7104 or student.life@cgc.edu
Spring Student Leadership Retreat
Each year, the offices of Student Life & Leadership from across the Maricopa County Community College District host a retreat designed to strengthen the leadership, life, and wellness skills of our students.
Date: February
Location: Gateway Community College
For an application or more information, contact the Office of Student Life & Leadership at 480-732-7104 or student.life@cgc.edu.
LeaderShape
This intensive and energizing six-day educational experience is unlike any other college leadership development program. More than 25,000 college and university students from around the world have participated in LeaderShape over the past two decades. The institute is hosted each summer by the Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) and is the only program dedicated specifically to community college students.
LeaderShape is taught by two national facilitators and 10 MCCCD staff/faculty members. The program is filled with hands-on activities, team- and character-building exercises, and self-reflection opportunities. For more information visit LeaderShape Institute®.
Apply to participate in LeaderShape today or contact the Office of Student Life & Leadership at 480-732-7104 or student.life@cgc.edu.
Leadership Roles
Associated Students of Chandler-Gilbert Community College (ASCGCC).
ASCGCC serves Chandler-Gilbert students by representing a collective voice to college administration. It also connects CGCC students with other Maricopa Community College, plans a variety of activities and events throughout the year, and supports all CGCC clubs and organizations. Learn how you can make Chandler-Gilbert the best it can be through ASCGCC.
Maricopa Student Senate (MSS).
The MSS is a student representative body of the Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) and is composed of one senator from each of the 10 colleges. The MSS advocates for the common interests of all MCCCD students by sharing their achievements and concerns with the Governing Board, Chancellor, colleges, administrators, fellow students, and the community at large. Learn how to get involved in the MSS.
Other leadership opportunities
These are possible within each individual club such as President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer. To get involved check out CGCC clubs & organizations.
Leadership Courses
Student Public Policy Program
The Student Public Policy Forum (SPPF) is an Experiential Learning academic program that takes place over the Fall and Spring semesters. It focuses on student leadership development through engagement in the public policy process.
SPPF helps students become better educated and more involved citizens. It gives them an opportunity to meet with a variety of elected officials and public policy professionals to get an overview of local, state and national public policymaking. No prior political experience is necessary, and students from all Maricopa colleges, backgrounds, majors, and experiences are encouraged to participate.
For more information visit The Student Public Policy Forum (SPPF) page, or contact the Service-Learning & Civic Engagement Program at 480-732-7150 or service.learning@cgc.edu
Model United Nations (MUN)
At CGCC, the Model UN program is a multi-semester program that connects academic courses and outside-of-the-classroom learning experiences. Model UN is a simulation of the UN General Assembly and its other multilateral bodies where students perform an ambassador role while debating topics such as gender equality, climate action, global health, and more. Thousands of college students across the country and around the world participate in Model United Nations, which involves substantial researching, public speaking, debating, and writing skills. Visit the Model UN page for more information or contact
Noel Morelos
CGCC MUN Advisor
Phone: 480-857-5194
Email: noel.morelos@cgc.edu
