- Dates
- July 1 - July 21, 2012
- Program Fee
- $4,995
- Housing
- Residential
- Grades
- Completing grades 9 - 11
Think Critically, Think Creatively
Leaders for Social Change encourages you to think critically and creatively about societal challenges and empowers you with the knowledge, skills, and perspective for socially responsible leadership.
Hands-on workshops will develop your communication skills, build your confidence and challenge you to think on your feet. These active and engaging sessions will teach you the real-world tools you'll need for success. By the end of the program, you'll have a better understanding of your personal leadership style and have stronger public speaking and writing skills. Topics will include: effective oral presentations, teambuilding, problem solving, mock interviews, social media use and grant-writing.
Outstanding Faculty
Our courses are taught by an accomplished faculty that include practicing professionals, community organizers and campus leaders. Experts in their field and with extensive teaching experience, Summerfuel faculty will engage you both in and out of the classroom. Small classes foster intellectual inquiry and encourage the role of professor as mentor.
Lasting Change
Following Summerfuel - Leaders for Social Change, you’ll return home with…
>Improved Awareness: You'll understand complex global problems and how to create effective solutions.
>Enhanced Communication Skills: You'll be able to craft effective written proposals and oral presentations.
>Continued Support: Summerfuel will continue to provide resources to help your Action Plan projects succeed.
Social Action Plan: Finish the program with a detailed Action Plan complete with a budget, marketing strategy, and achievable goals.
Learn
Effective Leadership
Interactive courses and workshops will challenge you to think critically about social issues and motivate you to be a change-maker for your community. You will design your own community service project from start to finish - all ready to implement in your home town.
Hands-on Workshops
Boost your leadership skills through dynamic workshops in public speaking, teamwork and mock interviews. Debate important global issues, from sustainable energy and human rights, and hear from compelling guest speakers.
Discover
Life at Stanford
Soak up the sun at the pool, relax under a palm tree, or go for a bike ride on Stanford's beautiful campus. Compete in a soccer tournament, bond with hallmates at late night bonfires, or explore the restaurants and shops of Palo Alto.
California Livin'
Each weekend you'll travel to exciting "NorCal" destinations. From San Francisco to Six Flags to the beach, there is always a fun option!




