Overview

Summer - Washington, D.C.
July 17 - July 26 »
July 31 - August 9 »

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Learn to Lead, Debate, and Negotiate

Travel to Washington, DC, and join some of our nation’s most powerful and persuasive leaders in the respected institutions that house our government. You’ll get an up-close, behind-the-scenes look at how issues are debated, policies are made, and world events unfold.

Tackle Important Issues to Find Solutions

Attendees will tackle important issues and work with fellow students to find resolutions. You will have the opportunity to gain insight form government leaders themselves, as they explain how leadership and teamwork sills - and the ability to compromise - define success.

Engage in National and Global Crisis Simulation

Get and insider’s view of how decisions are made as you meet with national and international leaders. Find out from the experts how decision-making is influenced by many factors -political, economic, or humanitarian. You’ll actively engage in discussion and debate to practice negotiation and effective communication skills - and experience the satisfaction of presenting a successful and convincing argument for your cause.

Simulations may cover one or more of the following topics: Executive, Legislative and Judicial Branches; Business and Economy; and Constitutional Interpretation.

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Guest Speakers

Political and Military Leaders and Policy Experts

• Dr. Madeline Albright, Former Secretary of State
• Steven Bennett, Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, The Brookings Institute
• Elaine Chao, M.B.A., Former Secretary of Labor
• Dr. Veronica DiConti, Associate Dean, Georgetown University for Continuing Studies
• Brig. Gen. (Ret.) John Mountcastle, Ph.D., U.S. Army
• Brig. Gen. (Ret.) Wilma Vaught, U.S. Air Force
• Stephen Bennett, Chief of Staff, The Brookings Institution
• Bruce L. Braley, Congressman, Iowa, First District
• Gary Crocker, Foreign Service Consultant, U.S. Department of State
• Michael Dukakis, Former Governor of Massachusetts
• Dr. Martin Dupuis, Assistant Dean, Burnett Honors College and Associate Professor, Department of Political Science, University of Central Florida,
• Jeff Flake, Congressman, Arizona, Sixth District
• Chuck Hagel, Former U.S. Senator from Nebraska
• Felix Ortiz, New York State Assemblyman
• Jamin Raskin, J.D., Maryland State Senator
• Manuel Stefanakis, Former Director of Public Administration Program, John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University
• Michael Tanner, Director, Health and Welfare Studies, The CATO Institute
• Mary Beth Tinker, R.N., Tinker vs. Des Moines, 393 US 503, 1969
• Robert Tobias, Director, Public Sector Executive Education, American University

Government Agencies, Defense Organizations, Political Committees & Military

• Defense Intelligence Agency
• Drug Enforcement Administration
• National Security Agency
• U.S. Department of Commerce
• U.S. Department of Homeland Security
• U.S. Department of State
• U.S. Secret Service

Tuition, Location and Dates

Complete tuition, enrollment and other conference details can be found in the Application and Enrollment & Other Details included in your invitation package and in the online application.

Please pay careful attention, as dates may have changed from printed material.

2010 Summer Junior National Leadership Summit Sessions*

Tuition includes:

• A full schedule of classes, briefings, lectures and simulations
• Certificate of Completion
• Housing accommodations at a University/College dormitory
• All on-campus meals *
• Course materials and lab fees
• Transportation for off-site activities, briefings and events
• Field trips and social events
• Program Faculty and on-site staff for supervision
• LeadAmerica T-shirt

* Students will need spending money for several off-site meals, souvenirs and incidentals.

Students are responsible for their own airfare or other travel costs to and from each conference location.

Program Highlights

• Assume the Roles of leaders within the Legislative branch--build coalitions and platforms, resolve conflict, manage crisis and hone public speaking skills in the Junior National Leadership Summit Simulation
• Examine leadership skills attributes through challenging Case Studies on George Washington, Margaret Thatcher and Abraham Lincoln
• Practice real world teambuilding and communication skills through a Challenging Ropes Course experience
• Visit Mount Vernon and explore the estate of our first President, George Washington
• Obtain a front-row-seat and behind-the-scenes insight into current affairs through a visit to Capitol Hill, including the Capitol Hill Visitors Center, the Library of Congress, the Supreme Court and the House & Senate Office Buildings
• Explore Washington, DC and tour the major DC monuments illuminated at night
  
  
• Junior National Leadership Summit students to visit Mt. Vernon, the estate of George Washington.  Students will explore the interactive museum, tour the home of our nation’s first President, and walk the vast estate as they contemplate Washington’s character and leadership attributes.
• Junior National Leadership Summit students to visit the National Monuments illuminated at night. This visit will give students the opportunity to encounter -- up-close and personal --  the nation’s most historic sites, including the World War II Memorial, the Franklin D. Roosevelt Memorial, the Korean and Vietnam War Memorials,  and the Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials.

PROGRAM COMPONENTS

• Challenging Academic Curriculum
• Conduct research, analyze information, engage in debate, resolve conflict and build networks of support as you practice being the leaders of tomorrow
• Evaluate leadership qualities through LeadAmerica’s challenging Leadership Case Studies
• Debate current proposed policy solutions while crafting new paths forward on current issues of national importance like healthcare, national security, the economy and the environment
• Engaging Faculty & Guest Speakers
• Gain access to Academic and Professional Leaders in diverse fields
• Speakers may include Legislative and Executive Branch Representatives, Policy Analysts, National Security Experts, representatives from federal agencies, Ambassadors and/or regional experts from institutions like the US State Department and the Brooking Institution
• Program Relevant Field Excursions
• Experience the program content and appreciate regional sites of importance through field excursions designed to complement the academic and skill building objectives of the program.
• Field Excursions may include visits to Capitol Hill, the Smithsonian Museums, Mount Vernon, Ford’s Theatre and a Ropes Challenge Course
• Career Focused Skills & Personal Development Workshops
• Formulate a Personal Mission and Vision plan for your future
• Develop and polish skills like Time Management, Decision Making, Team Building, Conflict Resolution, Public Speaking, and Communication
• Explore the opportunities and strategies to advance in program related career fields
• Collegiate Experience & College Enrollment Seminars
• Experience College Life from challenging academics to dormitory living
• Gain an important head start in the Preparation for College and the College Admission Process.
• Friends & Support for a Lifetime
• Develop a network of Fellow Scholars, Friends, and Mentors

A DAY AT JUNIOR NATIONAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT*

*This is a sample day and examples of lectures, excursions and activities each program may include. All speakers and events are subject to availability and change, without notice, before or after the start of a conference.

** Congressional Appointments may vary and are subject to member availability and scheduled recesses.