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Community Projects

Poverty Simulation Oct. 20

Alumni Feature

Self-Discovery

Fall Intern

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Class of 2019: Community Projects

Announcing the MCLP Class of 2019 community projects. Program participants will apply their leadership skills to make a positive impact at local nonprofits that support the community.

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Poverty Simulation Register Now!

We need you to participate in or volunteer for the upcoming poverty simulation, co-sponsored by MCLP and YWCA McLean County. This live role-play of families trapped in poverty - on Saturday, Oct. 20 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at YWCA McLean County. This event requires 35 - 80 participants, and nearly 30 volunteers. Registration is required!

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Self-Discovery:

Jen Swearingen '15

"I went into it kind of cynical, thinking 'I already know how to be a leader, and I don't know how this is going to benefit me. But, I'm willing to listen and learn,'" says Jen Swearingen '15 when thinking about MCLP. Read on to learn more about her experience.

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Self-Discovery in Leadership

Who am I? What are my strengths and passions? What am I going to do next? Why self-discovery and self-reflection are key characteristics of effective leaders.

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Fall Intern

MCLP is hosting one fall intern from Illinois State University. Alexis Doyle, senior Political Science major, is lending her unique skills while gaining hands on experience.

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