The Linda and Harry Serene Leadership Institute
About Us
Linda '64 and Dr. Harry '65 Serene, both California University of Pennsylvania graduates, founded the Linda and Harry Serene Leadership Institute for the purpose of giving back to the University and, most importantly, the local community.
Founded in fall 2009, the institute sponsors a leadership camp for local high school students, a speaker series and a leadership conference. In addition, the institute offers organizational management, lectures, seminars and professional training courses.
Mission Statement
The Linda and Harry Serene Leadership Institute will provide education and training to prepare people from all segments of our society for leadership roles. This will be accomplished by integrating scholarly studies through a highly developed curriculum; promoting intensive research and publications; putting theoretical constructs into practice; stressing the importance of values and ethics; and exploring best practices in all aspects of leadership studies.
Events
2012 Leadership Conference
The Linda and Harry Serene Leadership Institute co-sponsored a conference about leadership on April 24. Speakers included Dr. Michael L. Hummel, Judge Janet Moschetta Bell, and Commissioner Larry Maggi. This conference, organized by the American Democracy Project, was comprised of the following topics: Leading Against Corruption (discussed by Dr. Hummel), Legal Decisions and Ethics (discussed by Judge Bell), and Public Service Leadership (discussed by Commissioner Maggi).
Judge Janet Moschetta Bell discusses the topic of “Legal Decisions and Ethics.” Pictured left to right are Dr. Anthony Rodi, Commissioner Larry Maggi, Judge Janet Moschetta Bell and Dr. Michael Hummel.
Dr. Michael Hummel, director of the Linda and Harry Serene Leadership Institute, presents a plaque of appreciated and framed poster to Mr. and Mrs. Serene.
Leadership Challenge Leadership Camp: Leadership Challenge is a weeklong summer adventure where high school students partake in leadership education and activities to help them reach their full potential. While building friendships, students will gain leadership skills, self-confidence and a foundation for success. Activities include classroom work, practical exercises in leadership/professional/self development, film reviews and active discussions.
Click on the image below to view a slideshow of the 2011 Leadership Challenge Leadership Camp.
2011 Leadership Conference
The Linda and Harry Serene Leadership Institute will sponsor two panel discussions on the topic "Environmental Challenges: Where's the Leadership?" April 12, as part of a conference on leadership and the environment.
Donors/Donations
To make a contribution to the Linda and Harry Serene leadership Institute that may be a tax-credited donation, contact Dr. Michael Hummel at 724-938-6043 or Nicole Zajac at 724-938-5713.
Participating Schools
Faculty Consultants
The Institute offers organizational management and leadership consulting, faculty lectures, seminars, and professional training courses. Request information
Contact Us
Dr. Michael Hummel
Director, The Linda and Harry Serene Leadership Institute
724-938-6043
Nicole Zajac
Graduate assistant
724-938-5713
zaj4736@calu.edu
