When I signed up to participate in the Close Family Emerging Leaders Program I expected to add some more lines to my resume, I didn't expect to change my whole view on leadership.
Annalise Bowen
Registration for Spring 2026 is now closed.
Please check back for upcoming registration information for Fall 2026.
If you have any questions about the registration process or weekly meetings, please email Brett Williams.
What is CFELP?
CFELP is a one-semester, eight-week workshop series where students discover and explore their strengths, develop authentic leadership, and learn how to lead with others.
Who Should Participate?
All students are welcome to participate, but CFELP content is most beneficial to first-year, sophomore, or transfer students who wish to enhance their leadership skills and become more prepared for leadership roles on campus.
What Can Participants Expect to Learn?
CFELP is intended to help you expand your ability to exercise leadership, develop skills that assist in leading others, and enhance awareness and commitment towards personal leadership strengths.
When does it meet?
Students will complete CFELP through a cohort-style model, meeting for 90 minutes/week for eight weeks.
How do I register?
When registration is open, simply click the link at the top of this page to register for that semester. CFELP is provided every semester, so continue checking the website for updated registration information.
Close Family Namesake
The Close family has been the namesake of the CFELP program for more than 40 years. One of the Close family’s core values is service to the community and creating opportunities for South Carolinians. For more information on the Close family, click here.
Additional Questions
If you have additional questions about participating in CFELP, please contact Brett Williams.