Ignite

Ignite Leadership is an immersive and interactive 5-day, optional experience for incoming students dedicated to building community prior to the start of Orientation. Through both large and small group activities, incoming students set goals for the upcoming academic year, explore the Emory campus, engage with staff and faculty from different areas on campus, and grow a sense of belonging through social opportunities and peer-to-peer mentorship. 

What does it mean to be a leader?

Dive into Atlanta's rich history and culture as we explore and learn about prominent community and worldwide leaders whose legacies continue to develop our understanding of leadership. Together, we'll examine where leaders come from, where leaders go, and how leaders can make an impact on their communities. Hosted by the office of Student Involvement, Leadership, and Transitions (SILT), this pre-orientation program is a great option for students looking to reflect on the way they shape and are shaped by their communities to create a roadmap of their journey as a leader at Emory.

Total Number of Ignite Participants: 150

Type of Registration: First come, first served (excludes invitation-only tracks)

Cost: $275 Please note: financial aid, including full fee waiver, is available for Ignite participants.

Program Contact: preorientation@emory.edu

(If you are an incoming first-year student on the Oxford campus, you can view more information on the Oxford Ignite Pre-Orientation Program website.)