Experiential learning bridges your leadership knowledge with real-world practice. Students apply critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving in dynamic settings – developing skills that matter.

Upcoming Opportunities

Adventures of Intrigue Escape Room

Join the team from Adventures of Intrigue in a race against the clock to appease an angry wind god. In this excursion, you’ll work together in small teams to solve escape room challenges while building your ability to communicate and ensure a shared vision. 

🗓️ October 13th & November 4th

⏰ 5:00 – 7:00 PM

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Big Muddy Adventures

Leadership is often messy, and in this 2-hour canoeing trip up the Mississippi River, you’ll get the chance to explore both the St. Louis riverfront and what it takes to work as a team. Lead by the team at Big Muddy Adventures, this excursion is a great way to see the physical side of communication and goal setting. No experience necessary; just bring an open mind and an excitement for a new leadership adventure!

🗓️ Week of October 6th

⏰ 1:00 – 5:30 PM

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Past Opportunities

Activate was an incredible week full of energy, learning, and growth! Students participated in engaging workshops, interactive sessions, and hands-on experiences designed to strengthen leadership skills and foster meaningful connections.
As part of Leadership Week, students competed in fast-paced team challenges that put their communication, creativity, and problem-solving skills to the test. Leaders Cup brought campus energy to life and highlighted student leadership in action.
Students teamed up to solve puzzles, think creatively, and put their leadership skills to work in an immersive escape room experience. This hands-on challenge encouraged collaboration, communication, and quick problem-solving in a fun, high-energy setting.
Students on the Mississippi River with Big Muddy, learning how leadership can steer you to success…even on the muddy Mississippi!

Why This Matters

🌍 Real-world Application — Apply theory in action.

🛠️ Skill Development — Build communication, teamwork, and strategic thinking.

🧠 Self-awareness — Reflect, receive feedback, grow.

🤝 Networking — Collaborate with peers, mentors, and leaders.

💪 Confidence — Solve challenges, lead with reassurance.

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