HOLLINGSWORTH CENTER FOR ETHICAL LEADERSHIP

Cadets maintain many responsibilities, and extracurriculars, on and off the Quad. Though the Corps utilizes a military based cultural model, a majority of our cadets will seek professional careers in the public or private sectors following their time as a cadet and student at Texas A&M University. One professional development resource available to all cadets regardless of post-graduation career path is the Hollingsworth Center for Ethical Leadership . The Hollingsworth Center utilizes a 5-course curriculum designed to develop scholastic excellence and leadership abilities through classroom and practical application. Coursework is customized to meet the needs of each individual student. One course section this past fall was co-taught by TAMU Men’s Basketball Coach Buzz Williams .

Beyond the curriculum, the Center provides resources and opportunities for cadets including networking oppportunities, internships, job placement, informational sessions, distinguished speakers, and much more. The Center also hosts the Cultural Awareness and Diversity Expansion Team (C.A.D.E.T.) special unit and the Corps Cyber Operations special unit, which enchances cadets’ technical knowledge and prepares them to work in the field of cybersecurity.

The Hollingsworth Center also hosted the 8th annual Intentional Leadership Conference (ILC) centered on the theme of “Ethical Leaders: It Matters!” Attendees heard from inspiring speakers in both civilian and military career fields. Speakers included a recipient of the Congressional Medal of Honor, corporate CEOs, Corps graduates in industry, and thought leaders from across the TAMU community.

In March, the Center hosted the first-ever Corps Rising Commanders Conference, where newly-selected rising outfit commanders received guidance on critical leadership topics. Sessions were taught by a combination of topical experts and outgoing commanders who shared lessons learned from their experiences.

This spring, 162 students completed all requirements for the Hollingsworth Certificate in Applied Ethical Leadership . In addition to the standard Corps leadership courses, cadets receiving this distinction completed a capstone ethical leadership course, documented their practical application in the Corps and local community, and created a personalized Individual Leadership Development Plan.

Learn more about the Hollingsworth Center and how it prepares our cadets for their futures here .