On November 19, Stevens students headed to Camp Mason for the Leaders Impacting Technology (L.I.T) Leadership Retreat. Camp Mason is a YMCA summer camp located in Hardwick Township and is open to group trips such as school retreats. This event involved tackling intense ropes courses, completing team-building activities, and bonding with fellow students along the way. Activity courses ranged from high to low ropes with some being the Giant Swing, Vertical Playpen, and Leap of Faith. The activities were designed to involve teamwork, encouragement from peers, and the practicing of leadership skills.
Shaya Morgan, the Student Life Coordinator, created and coordinated the retreat, as it was the first leadership retreat held by the Office of Undergraduate Student Life. She started from scratch by creating the name, purpose, and goals of the event. Morgan also recruited students, specifically who were already leaders in the community and interested in building upon their leadership skills. At Camp Mason, she actively participated in the retreat activities alongside the students. According to Morgan, “the purpose of this retreat was for students to develop leadership skills, practice team building, and create community here at Stevens in an effort to inspire new and current leaders to get involved and foster a holistic student experience here on campus.”
When talking about the students, Morgan stated that “while it was cold outside, that didn’t stop them from climbing to new heights (both figuratively and literally).” Overall, the retreat was a success. Students appreciated the opportunity to step away from campus and try something that they hadn’t experienced before. When doing the sometimes challenging or intimidating activities, they benefited from the support of classmates who were cheering them on. Given that it was a success, there are plans for another retreat in the Spring when it is warmer outside, so stay tuned for updates. Also, students should be on the lookout for the launch of the L.I.T. Leadership Program if they are looking for more leadership opportunities.
Be First to Comment