LEADS is a transdisciplinary program for students in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences. LEADS aims to inspire innovative thinking and to contribute to the development of creative problem solvers, innovative leaders, and engaged citizens who are well prepared for wherever their future endeavors take them.
LEADS provides opportunities to:
- Gain real-world experience including internships
- Develop an entrepreneurial mindset exemplified by initiative, critical questioning, problem solving, creativity, and adaptability
- Cause action in the world
- Broaden perspectives
- Make connections
- Develop personally and professionally
LEADS is open to new freshman, continuing UNC Charlotte students, and transfer students. Your involvement is flexible and tailored to your interests and needs. Each semester LEADS offers a variety of programming and classes. If you choose to complete 10 credit hours of LEADS classes, you may earn a certificate in Leadership, Innovation, Technology, and Diversity.