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Success Stories

Students frequently tell us how the Psychology of Leadership program has impacted their professional and personal lives. The quotes below are just a sampling of the success stories we have received.

Being part of this program has given me the opportunity to grow personally and professionally. Based on what I’ve learned and experienced, I know the leader I want to be and understand the power of influence in leadership. Leadership is not a word to be used loosely and this program has given me the ability to distinguish someone who is a leader and someone who possesses leadership skills.  There is in fact a difference, and many forms of leading.  In addition, this program has opened my eyes on how important and powerful followers are in an organization. Power does not only lie within leaders, but also lies within followers who deserve respect, and psychological safety.  In my current position, I am now able to lead effectively and apply the knowledge I’ve learned to improve the work environment not just for myself, but for others as well.

Stephanie Vera-Gomez, May 2020 graduate

Through this program I have been able to build better teams, motivate individuals more successfully, and manage morale through a number of challenging experiences within my organization.  I feel my people truly look to me as a mentor, leader, and confidant and feel privileged to have had the opportunity to build and enhance my skills in the areas where they are needed the most.

Stacey M. Stein, May 2020 graduate

I feel that I have grown so much professionally over the 4 years it took me to complete the program. Others at my work have noticed a change in my style and I have climbed the corporate ladder quickly in certain areas. I believe my education, awareness and application of the program has contributed to these career successes!

Alana Constable, August 2020 graduate

This degree has impacted every part of my life from work, school, parenting, and relationships.

December 2020 graduate

The culminating capstone course is directly applicable to my work and fell during the exact time of setting strategy and goals.  The deep analysis and intervention plans translated directly into departmental goals for the current fiscal year and extended past myself into other groups that influence the initiative.  The timing and relevancy could not have been better.

David S. Walker, December 2020 graduate