The Office of Student Life promotes the development of student leadership through a variety of initiatives including leadership retreats and other leadership trainings, Q&A luncheon forums, club advisors & presidents appreciation luncheons, club and organization officer training programs, and lectures and other resources.

Annual awards recognize the leadership potential and impact of members of the UVa-Wise community.  Awards, including the Outstanding Student Leadership Award, the Emerging Leader Award, Unsung Heroes, Advisor of the Year, and the Buck Henson Student Life Appreciation Award are presented during the annual Student Leadership Awards Banquet each April.

Learn more about the many leadership events, opportunities and awards available via the Awards and Events & Opportunities links at left, or contact a member of the Office of Student Life at 276-328-0214.