Student Leadership Programs Knowledge Community

Thank you everyone for attending the March SLPKC Virtual Learning Event with Kristina Clement! We appreciate everyone taking their time to learn more about best practices for student leadership programs understanding the anxious generation💚💙

Want to stay engaged? Reach out to our social media accounts or contact our SLPKC chairs at [email protected]

SLPKC, we’re bringing the energy to ! 💙💚

If you’re heading to the NASPA Annual Conference in Kansas City, make sure you tap in with NASPA Student Leadership Programs KC (SLPKC) for a week of connection, celebration, and community building!

✨ March 8 | 3:30–4:30 PM
Grad Prep Program & NASPA Communities Fair
📍 KCCC Lobby 3500
Connect with future leaders and explore communities that will shape your NASPA journey.

✨ March 10 | 1:00–2:30 PM
Graduate Support & Mentoring Meeting
📍 Marriott Bennie Moten A
Build meaningful relationships, gain insight, and strengthen your professional path.

✨ March 10 | 5:30–7:00 PM
SLPKC Awards Ceremony & Think Tank
📍 KCCC 2215 B
Celebrate excellence, share ideas, and envision the future of student leadership together.

👀 Plus: SLPKC Meet-Ups (TBA!) — stay tuned on Instagram for pop-up connections throughout the conference.

Whether you’re a graduate student, a seasoned practitioner, or somewhere in between, there’s a space for you in SLPKC. Let’s connect, collaborate, and celebrate with the KC in KC!

🔗 View the link in our bio for more details.

🌟We are so proud to announce our 2026 SLPKC Award Winners!🌟

The NASPA Student Leadership Programs Knowledge Community (SLPKC) recognizes professionals and faculty for outstanding contributions to student leadership through annual awards. Winners will be honored at the 2026 NASPA Annual Conference.

Outstanding Leadership Spotlight Program of the Year
· Empower, Florida SouthWestern State College

Outstanding Contribution to Student Leadership Programs
· Jack Nesmith, Ramapo College of New Jersey

Outstanding Service to the SLP KC Award
· Shekeitha Jeffries, Johns Hopkins University

Outstanding Emerging Professional Award
· Mallory Powers, James Madison University

✨ Spotlighting Innovation | Celebrating Excellence ✨

Do you know a program or individual making an impact in student leadership? NASPA Student Leadership Programs wants to hear from you! 💡🌟

Nominate a standout program or changemaker for our Spotlight Series and help us recognize the people and initiatives that motivate, inspire, and lead with purpose.

📲 Scan the QR code or use the link to submit your nomination
🗓 Monthly deadlines: Jan 9, Feb 6, Mar 6, Apr 3, May 1
📩 Questions? Reach out to our Spotlight Series Chair

Help us uplift excellence—one spotlight at a time. 💚