What is the Civic Leadership Residential College?
The Civic Leadership Residential College provides a seamless educational experience for students who are interested in leadership development and who want to participate in university and community-wide leadership endeavors. Participating students will develop leadership skills through mentoring opportunities, participating in activities, and interacting with a live-in faculty member. Past activities included a Global Relief Silent Auction, numerous community service projects, the Last Lecture Series, Dessert Dialogues, and social gatherings.
Why should I participate?
The benefits for first-year students at Boise State University who participate in the Civic Leadership Residential College include:
- Development of leadership skills early in their
academic career
- Mentorship with a live-in faculty member
- Organization of community and campus
leadership activities
- Networking with other emerging student leaders
Who is facilitating?

Dr. Ginna Husting, Associate Professor. Department of Sociology, is the faculty-in-residence for the Civic Leadership Residential College.
Where will I live?
The Civic Leadership Residential College is located in Keiser Hall. This location is ideally situated for easy access to classrooms, campus recreational and athletic facilities, the Student Union Building, the Boise River Greenbelt and downtown Boise. It is important to apply in a timely manner as space is limited.
