What Scholars Do

What Scholars Do

What will you do in the Montgomery Leadership Program?

The Montgomery Leadership Program is a multi-semester study of leadership skills and community service.

Tier 1

This class focuses on leadership theory, personal leadership styles, and communication skills inside and outside the classroom. It also lays a research foundation for the upcoming capstone semester. The course is limited to 40 students and meets twice weekly. MLP Scholars complete 20 hours of community service.

  • Class Schedule: Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 AM to 11:15 AM  
  • Location: C407B, Moseley Hall (4th Floor)  
  • Course Code: SLCE 3412

Tier 2

This class focuses on advancing leadership studies and applying leadership skills through creating and implementing a capstone project. Scholars will bring their leadership and service passions to life in collaboration with fellow MLP Scholars, supported by the Montgomery Leadership Program staff. The course is limited to 40 students and meets twice weekly.

  • Class Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2 PM to 3:15 PM
  • Location: C407B, Moseley Hall (4th Floor)
  • Course Code: SLCE 4812

What will Montgomery Leadership do for you?

As a Montgomery Leadership Scholar, you'll embark on a transformative journey that blends leadership development, community impact, and personal growth. Each semester, you'll earn a completion stipend, two hours of academic credit, and experiences that will shape your future far beyond the classroom.

Throughout the program, you'll sharpen your strengths, engage deeply with your community, and work alongside mentors and leaders who challenge you to think bigger, lead bolder, and serve purposefully. You'll be part of an elite group of Scholars committed to growing intellectually, emotionally, and socially as they prepare to lead with integrity in a rapidly changing world.

Upon completing the Montgomery Leadership Program, your dedication will be formally recognized on your Mississippi State University transcript, honoring you as a Montgomery Leadership Scholar and distinguishing you with leadership honors at graduation.

More than just a program, MLP is a community. Here, you'll build lifelong friendships, gain invaluable leadership and career skills, and leave a lasting legacy through the projects and initiatives you create.

Student-led Service Initiatives