Testimonials

“This program is life-changing. It is an incredible vehicle as a window into who you are. I consider myself incredibly lucky to be a part of this experience.” 2004 TLE participant

“Not to sound corny, but I routinely recognize how much the Leading Edge program has helped me. From teamwork, to communication, to [feedback], I use the things I learned in this program frequently.” Thalia, 2003 Leading Edge participant, 2004-05 senior class president and two-sport team captain.

“I felt the leadership learned out there was very useful. No one told you, you discovered it yourself.” TLE 2004 participant

“[The Leading Edge] made me a better leader, and showed me that leadership is a very important aspect of life.” 2004 TLE participant

“Leadership is not black and white. There is a lot of grey in between. I have learned to incorporate all of the colors into my leadership practices.” Kevin, 2003 TLE participant.

“Everything about this course surpassed every expectation I held. The people were incredible, beyond what words can express. It is part of a life-changing experience for me.” 2004 TLE participant

“I really liked the freedom we had during the course.” 2004 TLE participant

“The faculty were absolutely amazingsome of the greatest people I have ever met.” 2004 TLE participant

“Everybody helped me be myself and share who I am and what I feel, without feeling inhibited by embarrassment. The leading part made me feel I've grown mentally and emotionally as a new person, much more aware of myself.” - 2004 TLE participant

“I have never had so much fun while learning such valuable and useful information.” 2003 TLE participant

“As we embarked on our journey into the wilderness, I had never camped, climbed or anything to do with the outdoors before. I was so nervous to be Leader of the Day that I waited until there was no one left to go. After my Leader of the Day experience, I was no longer nervous and had more of a willingness to lead in new situations than ever before. Besides a new sense of self-awareness, TLE gave me great self-confidence. You guys are the best! Everyone at TLE helped me to overcome my fears and conquer my goals (my story about TLE also made a great college essay!).” Allison, 2003 TLE participant

“The backpacking trip was extremely fun and helped me exceed limits I thought I had. I did a lot of things I had never done before and learned a lot about myself.” 2003 TLE participant

“The camaraderie I felt with the other students and faculty was incredible. I felt like I belong here.” 2003 TLE participant

“The leadership workshop was so cool. I learned so much.” 2003 TLE participant

“I liked that we had leaders of the day and that we were able to talk about our strengths and weaknesses with the instructors. It was a great program!” 2003 TLE participant

“The Leading Edge has been so helpful for me in teaching me how to lead others, and especially my peers. I've never had anyone tell me the different tactics and qualities great leaders have, and it has been really interesting and helpful to have been a part of this program.” Rachel, 2003 TLE participant

“[The Leading Edge] taught me more than I thought I could know about myself and where I needed to grow as a leader.” Glenn, 2003 TLE participant

“Honestly, it was in Colorado that I learned who I was and what I'm looking for. I learned to have faith in myself. Now my main goal is college.” Angela, 2003 TLE participant

“What I have learned from my experience at HMI has helped me realize that I can overcome any obstacle life throws at me because I have faith and confidence in myself. Coming to HMI has been an experience of a lifetime.” Rachelle, 2003 TLE participant