September/October, 2022
Aspiring engineers are encouraged to apply! Made possible by the support of Bowen Engineering and in partnership with Purdue University IDEAS Learning Community, participants take a hands-on learning approach to engineering concepts and complete a group project.
October 10 – November 14, 2022
This eleven-week program created in partnership with IUPUI’s Kelley School of Business connects students to minority professionals to gain knowledge of real-world career planning, the global market, traits of an effective entrepreneur, and more.
July 30, 2022
This once-a-year opportunity allows select student leaders who have expressed a career interest in business or finance to engage in a series of related workshops.
June 1 – 25, 2022
Over four weeks, students and parents gain knowledge from collegiate guest speakers and current college students about proper planning and campus life. Program culminates in a college tour.
October 15, 2022
During this one-day experience, participants learn from CLD’s college partners about outside scholarships, how to apply for financial aid, and more. Senior graduates of the Self-Discovery and College Prep program receive formal CLD scholarship applications.
Saturdays, July 23 – September 10, 2022
During an exciting eight-week journey of self-discovery, elementary age youth learn effective communication skills, successful study habits and leadership behaviors.
February 21, 2022
This three phase opportunity introduces 11-12th graders to career possibilities at Eli Lill & Co., through workshops, tours and networking ending with possible internship and job opportunities.
Mentees are connected to a professional, or peer, who understands the steps and preparation necessary to complete a college application and apply and interview for jobs.
The Center for Leadership Development (CLD) Parent Ambassador Initiative is designed to utilize enthusiastic, knowledgeable and motivated CLD Alumni to positively promote the organization. Ambassadors assist in program and services recruitment and represent CLD at various functions in their communities.
This all parent program covers issues that impact today’s youth through a series of meetings, activities and peer to peer networking.
September 25 – November 19, 2022
In eight weekly sessions, girls strengthen self-esteem, identify positive friendships and relationships, develop a healthy body image, embrace educational values and create life-long achievement goals.
March 16 – May 11, 2022
In eight weekly sessions, girls strengthen self-esteem, identify positive friendships and relationships, develop a healthy body image, embrace educational values and create life-long achievement goals.
April 6 – May 25, 2022
In eight weekly sessions, girls strengthen self-esteem, identify positive friendships and relationships, develop a healthy body image, embrace educational values and create life-long achievement goals.
April 14 – May 26, 2022
In eight weekly sessions, girls strengthen self-esteem, identify positive friendships and relationships, develop a healthy body image, embrace educational values and create life-long achievement goals.
March 28 – May 23, 2022
In eight weekly sessions, girls strengthen self-esteem, identify positive friendships and relationships, develop a healthy body image, embrace educational values and create life-long achievement goals.
October 5 – November 9, 2021
During six weekly sessions, young men learn the significance of being a responsible male, how to defuse challenging pressures, set high academic and career goals, work collaboratively and communicate effectively.
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During six weekly sessions, young men learn the significance of being a responsible male, how to defuse challenging pressures, set high academic and career goals, work collaboratively and communicate effectively.
April 6, 2022 – May 11, 2022
During six weekly sessions, young men learn the significance of being a responsible male, how to defuse challenging pressures, set high academic and career goals, work collaboratively and communicate effectively.
April 5 – May 10, 2022
During six weekly sessions, young men learn the significance of being a responsible male, how to defuse challenging pressures, set high academic and career goals, work collaboratively and communicate effectively.
August 9, 2022 & August 13, 2022
CLD’s Purdue Agriculture Initiative, presented in partnership with Purdue University, provides students and supportive adults with the opportunity to engage in hands-on projects, learn more about the agriculture industry, tour Purdue’s campus and experience the School of Agriculture’s program.
February 10 – March 24, 2022
Thanks to the partnership with Eskenazi Health, youth have the opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge on diverse careers in the medical field and an inside perspective from medical professionals during six weekly sessions.
September 12 – December 10, 2022
In this rigorous and life-changing 13-week experience, participants discover how to achieve their personal, educational and career goals. Self-Discovery/Career Exploration Project (SD/CE) is prerequisite for other exciting opportunities including becoming a CLD scholar.
Student Ambassadors serve as an essential component to CLD’s marketing efforts by coordinating school promotions, staffing events and recruiting peers.
June 4 – June 25, 2022
Exclusively for students entering 9th grade and supportive adults, Success Prep is a four-week, in depth high school readiness program that culminates in a college tour.
"We are committed to inspiring young people
to maximize their abilities."
