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Queller Leadership Scholars
Leadership grows faster when you don’t have to navigate college alone.
The Queller Leadership Scholars Program is a first-generation leadership cohort for students in Central Michigan University’s College of Business Administration, combining mentorship, professional development and a built-in community of peers and professionals invested in your success.
Through workshops, networking opportunities, mentorship and real-world experiences, you’ll build confidence, develop professional skills and prepare for what comes next.
Being part of the Queller cohort made me feel extremely supported and seen as a first-generation student who navigates a million things. It’s such a relief to be part of a group that understands exactly what you’re going through and roots for each other’s success.
What you’ll experience
As a Queller Scholar, you’ll:
- Participate in leadership workshops, mentoring and customized professional development experiences.
- Build connections with alumni, mentors and business professionals through networking, job shadowing and corporate visits.
- Build networking and communication skills .
- Travel for immersive learning experiences and to visit professional sites.
- Develop confidence navigating professional environments.
- Grow alongside a cohort of students with shared experiences.
The program combines challenge, support and real-world exposure that prepares you for internships, careers and leadership opportunities.
Designed for first-generation students
The Queller Leadership Scholars Program was created to support first-generation students—students whose parents did not attend college—as they navigate college, leadership development and career preparation.
The program was established through the support of alumni David Queller ’91 and Penny Queller ’91, who wanted to help students build community, confidence and opportunity during their time at CMU.
Eligibility requirements include:
- Declared major within the College of Business Administration.
- Admission to the CBA Leadership Development Program.
- Minimum 2.75 GPA.
Applications for the Queller Leadership Scholars Program typically open early in the spring semester, with interviews conducted later in the semester.
Ready to learn more?
Questions about eligibility, applications or upcoming opportunities? Contact Director of Student Experience Amy McGinnis at cbahub@cmich.edu, or call 989-774-7167.
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