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Bowling Green State University President Sidney A. Ribeau has a vision-- to prepare BGSU students to lead with integrity and
make meaningful contributions to society during their student years and in their professions and communities as alumni. In
1997, Dr. Ribeau's vision became a reality with the establishment of the President's Leadership Academy (PLA).
Today, PLA scholars from a variety of disciplines and geographic locations strive to ensure Dr. Ribeau's vision. To cultivate
their leadership skills, President’s Leadership Academy scholars follow a curriculum that engages them in classes, workshops,
experiential learning, and community service activities. The curriculum is structured to focus on specific targeted outcomes,
with each year’s experiences building on those of the previous year.
Additionally, the President’s Leadership Academy is a vehicle for personal growth and support. The PLA offers many opportunities
for students to expand their horizons, to learn not only about leadership, but also about culture, other people and themselves. Furthermore,
the President’s Leadership Academy encourages its students to take on leadership roles across campus. In these roles, they
can share their experiences and cultivate their life-learning skills with other emerging campus leaders.
The President’s Leadership Academy Program is steeped in the theory of servant-leadership, a practical philosophy that supports
people who choose to serve first, and then to lead as a way of expanding service to individuals and institutions. Servant-leadership
encourages collaboration, trust, foresight, listening, and the ethical use of power and empowerment. Servant-leaders are
inclusive and may or may not hold formal leadership positions.
The PLA enrolls approximately 15-30 new students annually, resulting in a total of 100-120 students matriculating per year.
Awardees receive a renewable scholarship up to the cost of instructional (tuition) and general fees.
The mission of the President's Leadership Academy at BGSU is:
While embracing the five core values of the University--respect for one another, cooperation, intellectual and spiritual growth,
creative imaginings, pride in a job well done--PLA members stress honesty as a hallmark of leadership and strive to maximize both individual and collective contributions as leaders and/or followers
to uplift our communities and societies throughout our lives.
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