LeaderShape is a leadership retreat for NIU students. The four-day retreat takes place once a year at the Lindenwood Retreat Center in Plymouth, Indiana.
It’s a valuable opportunity to:
- Build skills to help you lead with passion and integrity
- Explore your personal values in the context of your community
- Develop your vision for creating a more equitable and caring society
There is no cost to participate. Transportation, meals, lodging and materials will be provided.
For more information, contact studentinvolvement@niu.edu.
Eligibility and Registration
Participation in LeaderShape is free. However, if you register for the retreat and do not end up attending, your student account will be charged $150. Registration will be open until spots are filled.
To register, you will need to create an account on the LeaderShape site. Once you have created an account you can finish your registration.
Registration is closed. Dates for 2026 will be announced soon.
Activities and Themes
You’ll participate in self-assessment, simulations and small group discussions led by trained facilitators, as well as other activities.
Each day focuses on a specific theme:
- Day one: Living and Leading with Integrity
- Day two: Challenging What Is, Looking to What Could Be
- Day three: The Value of One, The Power of All
- Day four: Living in Possibility
About LeaderShape
LeaderShape is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating transformational leadership experiences. They offer programs focused on developing confidence, integrity and care for community in participants. Thousands of people have benefited from their leadership retreats.