Project LEAD
Project LEAD Mission
The mission of the Project LEAD program is to provide Modesto Junior College students
who are enrolled in the program, a leadership framework that will encourage students
to take on leadership roles and become active participants in campus and community
organizations, events, and activities.
What Is Project LEAD?
Project LEAD stands for Leadership Education And Development. This program is hosted by MJC’s Campus Life & Student Learning Office. The purpose of Project LEAD is to help teach general aspects of leadership as it applies to students participating in MJC student activities or thinking about participating in student activities.
What happens in Project LEAD?
Students will meet twice a month for one semester. The program will focus on MJC History, Communication, Time Management, Conflict Resolution, Teamwork, Service Learning and Leadership. These sessions will run 90 minutes.
In addition to the meeting sessions, students will be paired with a campus mentor with whom they will be expected to meet at least once per month. The last component of the program is a community service project in which everyone participates as a group.
Why should I participate in Project LEAD?
This is a great chance to be a better leader in your club, school activity, job, or personal life. In Project LEAD, you will be able to network with students and leadership professionals. This program is also a fantastic reference to have on your professional resume. Program participants will receive a t-shirt and binder. Students who graduate will receive a Project LEAD shirt, and a certificate and are recognized at the Campus Life Gala.
Who is eligible for Project LEAD?
Any MJC student who is enrolled in courses is eligible. If you are a part of any MJC club, activity, sports, or student government, Project LEAD will enhance your skills. If you are not in any activities then this program will help you connect. The program will accept 15-20 students.
Project LEAD Sessions
Dr. Boodrookas will teach students the history of Modesto Junior College, its structure, and the YCCD/MJC leadership.
Alejandra Espinoza
Campus Life & Student Learning Manager
Modesto Junior College
Project LEAD Session: Networking & Professionalism
Alejandra will guide Project LEAD students through the various methods of networking
with fellow students, teachers, and community members. She will also share the importance
of professionalism through speech and appearance.
Laura Ward
CEO/President
Ward Promotional Marketing Solutions
Project LEAD Session: Time Management & Planning
Laura will help guide Project LEAD students through the various methods of time management
and how to make planning a part of your everyday life. This session will help students
to develop the necessary time management skills that are needed to succeed in leadership.
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Steven Stanfield Lieutenant Modesto Police Department Project LEAD Session: Teamwork Lieutenant Stanfield will guide students through the steps needed to form a working, functional, and effective team.
Lynn Dickerson
CEO
Gallo Center for the Arts
Project LEAD Session: Service: The Need to Be Involved
Lynn will guide Project LEAD students through all the positive ways to be involved
in the community and the importance of community service.
Project LEAD Mentors
As part of the Project LEAD program students are paired with an on-campus mentor who they meet with a minimum of three times during the semester.
Dr. George Boodrookas
Dean of Advancement
Modesto Junior College
Arnold Chavez
Manager
Great Valley Museum
Modesto Junior College
Angelica Guzman
Director of Enrollment Services
Modesto Junior College
Dr. Jacqueline Forte
Director of Student Services
Modesto Junior College
Pedro Mendez
Dean
Public Safety, Technical Education & Community Education
Modesto Junior College
Amy Yribarren
Director of Health Services
Modesto Junior College
Project LEAD Program Graduates
Class of Spring 2016
Class of Fall 2016
Annai Acosta
Henna Battan
Cindy Barragan-Lopez
Daniel Cornejo
Jessenia Duarte
Alexis Dye
Erika Franco
Melissa Garibay
Alison Griffin
Michelle Lane
Miranda Lopez
Mwalimu Mwaniki
Amy Nevarez
Karla Ruvalcaba
Lynsie Trujillo
Vanessa Yapez
Coletta Wiggins
Class of Spring 2017
Class of Fall 2017
Class of Spring 2018
