Leadership and Service
Who is it for?
Any first-year student who is interested in becoming a leader and making a difference in their residential, local and global community.
Contact information: Helen Padilla Casas (helen.padilla@uky.edu)
Why should I join?
What is the Leadership and Service LLP?
The Leadership and Service Living Learning Program (LLP) offers first-year students an immersive, community-based experience centered on leadership development and meaningful engagement and involvement at the University of Kentucky and in the Lexington community.
Students live together in Holmes Hall, building close connections through shared experiences such as hands-on service projects, leadership development workshops, and intentional opportunities for engagement both on campus and in the surrounding community.
What will I gain from participating?
Participants can enroll in a credit-bearing LLP-specific experiential learning (EXP) course focused on leadership, service, and civic engagement. Through this course, students actively participate in campus and community opportunities, reflect on their experiences, and develop leadership skills through sustained involvement over time. The course also connects students to a range of engagement and service opportunities that support consistent participation throughout their first year at the University.
For students who choose to deepen their experience, the Leadership in Action Certificate offers a structured co-curricular pathway centered on advancement through the LEAD (Leadership, Engagement, Action, and Development) criteria. Through ongoing engagement in leadership, service, campus involvement, and professional development experiences, students move beyond course expectations while demonstrating sustained growth and commitment over time.