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Freshmen Leadership Experience – Retreat

FRESHMAN LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

Looking for an adventurous way to meet new people and get connected to the Arkansas Tech campus? This retreat allows freshmen to make connections with other Tech students interested in becoming a leader. Students participate in activities that give them the opportunity to make their mark at Arkansas Tech and challenge and empower them to work as a team and identify their strengths as a leader.  


The Freshman Leadership Experience (FLE) serves as the starting point for students seeking to gain and increase their leadership skill set.  Open to thirty (30) incoming freshmen, this program will actively engage students in a variety of leadership experiences that will create an advantage for the coming years at ATU.

Lodging and all meals are included in this program.  Students applying for FLE must be available for the entire length of this program.

Wednesday, August 26 - Friday, August 28, 2026

Application have closed for FALL 2026!

For questions, call the Campus Life office at 479.880.4455 or email campuslife@atu.edu.

  1. Students will be able to identify their personal strengths and how they function in a team.
  2. Students will learn about the different types of communication styles.
  3. Students will learn skills to engage in conflict effectively and work toward conflict resolution.
  4. Students will learn that leadership is more than holding a position.
  5. Students will practice team leadership through active group participation.
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