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Emerging Leaders

2026 APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN. DEADLINE: SEPT 6, 2026

About 

The ISTEP Emerging Leaders Program boosts student leadership skills in preparation for higher-level positional leadership roles within student clubs and beyond.  

Who is this for? 

Emerging Leaders was designed for students looking to become meaningfully involved in FASE student clubs or looking to grow their leadership skills for professional development. The program is designed for any student with an interest in developing their leadership to create a launch point for their professional development at FASE and beyond.

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Program Format

Emerging Leaders will meet in person once per week from 5:30-8 pm on Thursday evenings on St George campus (exact location TBD) from September 17th-October 8th, 2026.  

Application

Spaces are limited and registration opens August 10th, 2026. The deadline to register is September 6th, 2026.   

All applicants will be contacted regarding program admission decisions.

2026 Program Timeline  

  • Aug 10 - Sept 6 | Application Window 
  • Week of Sept 7 | Acceptances & Onboarding 
  • Sept 17 - Oct 8 | Program sessions on Thursdays from 5:30 - 8:00 pm (St. George campus)  

Content & Topics

The topics addressed in the Emerging Leaders Program include:    

  • Session 1: Strengthening Your Leadership Identity 
  • Session 2: Enhancing EQ& Authentic Leadership 
  • Session 3: Fostering Strong Teams 
  • Session 4: Setting Your Plan in Motion 

Contact

Vivian Trumblay, Leadership Education Specialist 

vivian.trumblay@utoronto.ca