PHILANTHROPY NEWS
Saruk Centre for Leader Development Established for University Students BY JOHN AND LYNN McDOWELL
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his summer a group of philanthropic individuals who deeply care about young people and the multiple challenges they face came together. As recognized leaders themselves, they’re also are concerned about the dire need for a new generation of ethically and spiritually grounded leaders. The result: The Saruk Centre for Leader Development, which is launching from becoming remarkable leaders the campus of Burman for their local community, University this September. their country, and the world.” The Centre’s no-cost The Saruk Centre founders co- curricular program is observed that while a open to any university student. bachelor’s degree used to The three-year program is be the ticket to success — a intentional, sequential, and secure job and a life well developmental, designed lived — t hings have changed. to “Create leaders who A BA or BSc degree has positively impact the world become a steppingstone to and give graduates a leg up professional or graduate in the competition for jobs.” school. Employers and “We are at a time when even graduate schools the world is in dire need are asking, “What have of new leaders,” says Elvin you done beyond getting Saruk, chair of the board of your academic degree?” directors, “leaders of moral Consequently, more and integrity, sound purpose, more colleges and universities and clear vision. The Centre are keeping record of what invests in the next generation students do outside of the of those who are capable of classroom — from involvement 48
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in on-campus activities such as student government and club leadership to off-campus activities such a service and volunteer work. Such activities are recorded in what is called a Co-Curricular Record (CCR) that graduating students can show to prospective employers and professional and graduate schools along with their academic transcript. The program is free to students, however, those interested must apply and be accepted. Getting Started
1. Students should
apply for admission to the Saruk Centre through its website youthleadersca. wordpress.com before Sept. 5 (Burman students may apply through their student portal). Students who miss the deadline can apply for the 2021- 2022 academic year.
2. A practical approach: The first session will
