Application Information

WHAT SHOULD I KNOW BEFORE I APPLY?

Participating in the Leadership Development Academy requires a commitment of time and resources from each participant; however, earlier cohort members report their experience in the program and the rewards of their participation outweigh any sacrifice made to attend.

• Participants are selected through a competitive application process and are chosen from staff and faculty of the university community. Recommendations from supervisors and Leadership Development Academy alumni are encouraged and considered.
• The 2026 Leadership Development Academy begins January 28, 2026 and meets weekly through April 22, 2026.
• Applications will be available on Wed, Oct. 1, 2025.
• Open House for interested applicants: Wed, Oct. 15, 2025, 5:30pm, Ledonia Wright Cultural Center (1st Floor, Main Campus Student Center). RSVP here by Fri, Oct. 3.
• Application due date: Mon, Dec. 1, 2025.

THE APPLICATION PACKET CONSISTS OF THE FOLLOWING:

• Leadership Development Academy application
• Resume/CV
• A letter of support from your direct supervisor (sent to mccunneyw@ecu.edu)
• Optional additional recommendation letter

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