THE OFFICIAL ATHLETICS SITE OF THE UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-WHITEWATER

 
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Warhawk Leadership Academy


The Warhawk Leadership Academy develops, challenges and supports student-athletes in their continual quest to become world class leaders in athletics, academics and life.

 

Mission Statement and Program Pillars
As one of the nation's premiere Division III athletics departments, student-athlete development is at the forefront of our mission. The Warhawk Leadership Academy (WLA) develops, challenges and supports student-athletes to become world class leaders in athletics, academics and life. The Leadership Academy provides comprehensive and cutting-edge leadership development programming through interactive workshops, practical leadership experience and intentional career development programming.









Program Structure  

YEAR	TIME COMMITMENT	FOCUS
All Freshmen Rising Warhawks Academic Excellence Study Tables	1. Participate in campus athletics learning community, which includes New Student Seminar 2. Academic Excellence Study Table Coach decides number of hours Monday, 7-10 p.m. Tuesdays, 7-10 p.m. Afternoon slots arranged as needed with coaches	Personal Leadership Warhawk Athletics Culture Transition to Life as a Student-Athlete Time Management Study Skills
All Sophomores *Transfers Welcome Emerging Leaders	Emerging Leaders Seminar 1 credit with Dr. Kristina Navarro (CIGENRL 180) 8 hours total per year	Leadership Development Enhancing Vocal Leadership Student-Athlete Welfare Sport Performance/Nutrition Sexual Harassment
Juniors Veteran Warhawks	Veteran Warhawks Career & Leadership Development Seminar 1 credit with Dr. Kristina Navarro (CIGENRL 480) 8 hours total per year	Employer Relations Career Development Life After Sport Servant Leadership
Seniors Veteran Warhawks	Veteran Warhawks Career & Leadership Development Seminar 1 credit with Dr. Kristina Navarro (CIGENRL 480) (repeatable) Seniors honored at the Warhawk Awards with gift 8 total hours per year	Leadership Development Servant Leadership Transactional and Transformational Leadership Career Development Mentoring Freshmen

WLA/SAAC Student President Testimonials

“I am honored to serve this year as the WLA President. I wanted to become a Veteran Warhawk because of the impact that athletic leaders had on my start in athletics. My hope to pay it forward. I believe that our problems are often much more manageable if we can speak with those who have conquered these common college challenges such as time management, stress of competition and the rigor of academics.” - Liz Mielke, Junior, Women’s Cross Country/Track and Field, WLA President

“I am thrilled to serve as the SAAC president. This year, the collaboration between SAAC and WLA will continue to grow. The two organizations have a new energy and a record number of individuals. While the WLA focuses on mentorship and preparation for success during and beyond college, SAAC will continue to serve as the official governance body for student-athletes. We will work together on community service initiatives and foster a great student experience via the Adopt-A-Team program partnership with University Housing here on campus.” - Jack Deichl, Senior, Football, SAAC President

 

• The WLA will partner with tutorial services and the newly opened Mary Poppe Chrisman Success Center to enhance the Academic Excellence component of the academy. The 18,390 square-foot, three-story, addition to the Success Center includes computer labs, collaboration rooms and large, open areas for tutors to work with clients. Campus Tutorial Services is a peer-tutoring operation with more than 250 employees who can assist students in nearly every subject offered on campus.

• In addition to the Rising Warhawks transition program for freshmen, the WLA will add a sophomore Emerging Leaders experience to focus on preparation to serve in team leadership roles as juniors and seniors.The Veteran Warhawks program will consist of junior and senior student-athletes who are charged to mentor student-athletes.

• The WLA will continue to work in partnership with corporate sponsors and alumni to enhance the Employer Relations component of the academy.
• Northwestern Mutual will continue as a presenting sponsor for the Warhawk Leadership Academy 
• Other employer agencies will play a key role with our Veteran Warhawks Career Development Seminar.

• This fall, the WLA will continue to position the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee as the lead organization in charge of the Warhawks Give Back community service initiatives. The athletic department will focus on two large strategic initiatives each year to unify the 20 sport programs and support the local community.

• Throughout the 2017-18 academic year, University Health and Counseling Services, Campus Diving Services and the First Year Experience office will continue to partner with the WLA to enhance student-athlete transition to college, nutrition and mental health.
• We specifically welcome the addition of the following individuals to support our student-athlete experience:
  • Rachael Omdoll, Campus Nutritionist
  • Dr. Lindsey Greviskes, HPERC Assistant Professor (Sport Psychology)
  • Dr. Logan Edwards, HPERC Assistant Professor (Exercise Psychology)