LeADERS Candidates
LeADERS Credit Requests
Use the LeADERS Credit Request form in both of these instances:
- If you have completed a course (at ODU or elsewhere) that you think SHOULD count as a LeADERS course but is not on the list at odu.edu/leaders/courses.
- If you have participated in a LeADERS experience not directly tied to a 3-credit course in Degree Works (e.g., Study Abroad, Leadership Lecture Series, 0-credit internship, etc.) that you think SHOULD earn you LeADERS credit.
**LeADERS Credit requests are reviewed on a rolling basis. Once you have submitted the above form, please allow 2 weeks for use to review the request and make a decision.
Spring Submission Deadline for LeADERS Credit Review for May 2023 Gratuades:
- April 3, 2023
*All requests submitted after April 3rd may not be reviewed until the summer semester.*
Welcome, LeADERS Candidate!
Welcome to our LeADERS Candidates webpage! This page provides helpful resources for students who have completed the online LeADERS Candidate Interest Form and are a part of the program. Here you can find information about LeADERS orientation and advising, relevant events, and completing your ePortfolio.
Please review the LeADERS Program Guidelines to learn more about what is expected of you as a LeADERS Candidate.
LeADERS Courses & Guides
View complete list of LeADERS-designated courses and LeADERS curriculum guides for each major.
LeADERS ePortfolio
Learn more about the LeADERS electronic portfolio requirement and view model LeADERS ePortfolios.
LeADERS Q&A
Got questions? From how the program works to advising info - We've got answers for you!
Get Started - Orientation & Advising Resources
LeADERS Orientation
In order to move forward as a LeADERS Candidate, students who have submitted the LeADERS Candidate Interest Form MUST complete the LeADERS Online Orientation. Orientation modules are located in the LeADERS Candidates Canvas Course, which students are typically added to within one week of completing the online LeADERS Candidate Interest Form. The orientation modules are designed to help LeADERS Candidates learn more about program requirements and also go through the process of activating their LeADERS ePortfolio template.
In addition to the Online Orientation, all students must receive ePortfolio Support at least one time on their LeADERS ePortfolio. Finally, all LeADERS Candidates will complete the Program Completion Modules in Canvas during their final semester prior to graduation.
To access the Online Orientation/ePortfolio Support/Program Completion Modules:
- Log in to Canvas using the MyODU Portal.
- Select the 'Courses' tab in the left-hand menu.
- Select the 'LEADERS CANDIDATES' Canvas course.
- Select 'Modules'.
- Select 'LeADERS Orientation Module'.
- Read the Overview instructions and through the entire and follow instructions. There will be a form to fill out at the end that you must do in order for us to mark your orientation as complete
*Please note: The Online Orientation must be completed PRIOR TO the Program Completion Modules.*
LeADERS Candidate Advising Resources
Below are advising resources for students who are a part of or are interested in LeADERS:
- LeADERS Curriculum Guides: See how LeADERS courses fit into undergraduate majors at ODU.
- Degree Works Presentation: This presentation gives an overview of features on the LeADERS tab in Degree Works for students who are LeADERS Candidates. It also shows how to process a 'What If' report for students who are interested in LeADERS.
- LeADERS Courses with Minimal Prerequisites: This Excel sheet lists several LeADERS courses that have minimal prerequisites, many of which may be used to help Candidates complete Option D of the ODU general education requirements.
- Course Search Presentation: This presentation shows how Candidates can search for LeADERS courses each semester using the Course Search tool.
**The LeADERS Team recommends that students consult with their academic advisor prior to making any class schedule changes for the LeADERS Program.**
Stay Engaged - Events & Gallery
LeADERS Program Events & Deadlines - Spring 2022
LeADERS Open Office Hours
- Mon, Sept 12th, 12pm-2pm: Student Success Center room 2014 or https://bit.ly/LeADERS_OpenHours
- Weds, Sept 14th, 12am-2pm: Virtual ONLY https://bit.ly/LeADERS_OpenHours
- Thurs, Sept 15th, 10:00am-12:00pm: Student Success Center room 2014 or https://bit.ly/LeADERS_OpenHours
- Fri, Sept 16th, 10:00am-12:00pm: Student Success Center room 2014 or https://bit.ly/LeADERS_OpenHours
LeADERS ePortfolio Help Sessions
- Thurs, Sept 22nd, 12:30-1:30pm: Student Success Center 2026
- Thurs, Oct 6th, 12:30-1:30pm: bit.ly/epopenstudio
- Thurs, Oct 20th, 12:30-1:30pm: Student Success Center 2026
- Thurs, Nov 3rd, 12:30-1:30pm: bit.ly/epopenstudio
Deadlines for Dec 2022 Graduates
- Mon, Nov 14th: Priority eP Submission Deadline via Canvas Completion Modules
- Mon, Nov 28th: Final eP Submission Deadline via Canvas Completion Modules
The LeADERS Medal Ceremony for Dec 2022 Graduates is tentatively scheduled for Friday, December 16th, 5-6pm. The tentative plan is to host the ceremony in-person.
LeADERS Gallery
Check out our LeADERS program photos and videos here!Finish Strong-Finalizing Your ePortfolio
In your final semester of the program, you will complete the Program Completion Modules in Canvas, which are designed to guide you through a review of your LeADERS portfolio. All LeADERS Candidates will have access to these modules at any time during the program.
Students planning to to participate in the December 2022 Commencement ceremony should complete these modules by Monday, November 14th for the priority deadline (and the opportunity to implement feedback; pick up your medal prior to Commencement). Final submissions will NOT be accepted after Monday, November 28th.
After completing the LeADERS Candidate Interest Form, students are entered into the LeADERS Candidate Canvas site. Then, to access the Program Completion Modules on Canvas:
- Log in to Canvas using the MyODU Portal.
- Select the 'Courses' tab.
- Select the 'LEADERS CANDIDATES' Canvas Course.
- Select 'Modules'
- Select 'Program Completion Module' from the list.
- You should see a checklist to ensure you have completed all program requirements, then you will submit your LeADERS ePortfolio for review.
*Please note: The Online Orientation must be completed PRIOR TO the Program Completion Modules (October 24, 2022 deadline for December 2022 graduates).*