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°Õ³ó±ðÌýMulticultural Leadership Scholars ProgramÌý(MLS) in the CU Boulder School of Education supports the development of leaders from diverse backgrounds, experiences, concerns, knowledge, interests, and accomplishments. Through coursework, service, and socialization, scholars develop a deep awareness of their own values and belief systems as well as those of others. The program features meaningful relationships with professors and peers mentors, diverse practicum classes, career exploration, financial support (for those who are eligible), and an increased sense of community.

With MLS, you can:
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• Join a community of students who care about social justice
• Earn a minor in Leadership Studies
• Gain access to professional development, mentoring, and academic enrichment opportunities
• Collaborate with other programs in theÌýCU EngageÌýcommunity including Public Achievement, INVST Community Studies, Puksta Scholars, Aquetza, and more.
• Give back to the program as a peer mentor for incoming students

Contact, MLS Program Director Dr. JohannaÌýMaes for more information!Ìý

Courses

In order to maintain an active status with MLS progam, Scholars must enroll in the following courses during the semesters indicated:

1st Year:

Fall SemesterÌý

- 3 credits
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- 1 credit

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Spring SemesterÌý

LEAD 2410 - Ìý3 credits
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– repeat for 1 credit

2nd & 3rdÌýYears​

INVS 3100 - 3 credits
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LEADÌý1571 -Ìý 2 credits
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4th YearÌý

- 4 credits
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In order to complete the MLS pathwayÌýLeadership Minor, Scholars mustÌýCompletion of the following coursework:

Introductory CourseÌýÌý(3 Credits required)

Leadership Foundations (3 Credits required)

ÌýLeadership Application (4Ìýcredits required)

Leadership in Context (3 credits required)

Capstone (4Ìýcredits required)

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If you were recruited into MLS prior to the ‘2023-24 academic year, you are not required to take LEAD 1571 and your Leadership Studies minor pathway will be 16 credits. All MLS classes, recruited during the 2023-24 academic year and beyond, are required to take LEAD 1571, thus your required credits to earn a Leadership Studies minor will change to 17.Ìý

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Scholar Highlights

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