PRES RPT 2022 ONYX ANNEAU

PRESIDENTIAL CORPS

KORTNEY BUCKLEY Senior

Setting an example: How the Presidential Corps serves SMWC

JOY CAMINERO SANTIAGO Sophomore

By Elizabeth Reel ’21, Content Marketing Manager

Since established in 1840, Saint Mary of-the-Woods College (SMWC) has taught young individuals to indulge themselves in opportunities to give both learning experiences and opportunities for growth. In addition to challenging students in the classroom to think outside the box, students are also encouraged to be involved in

“When we brought the Presidential Corps back, it was my idea, believing that Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College is a special place. One of the things that makes it special is that there is meaningful interaction between students and the happenings of the College. In addition to the relationships with faculty and staff, students in the Presidential

MOLLY COOMER Freshman

“In addition to the relationships with faculty and staff, students in the Presidential Corps are engaged with the board of trustees, the selection of the president and much more. This is the kind of empowerment we teach so that leadership becomes easier in the future.” — President Dottie L. King, Ph.D .

LILLIE GENDEL Sophomore

student clubs and organizations. The Presidential Corps is just one of 24 student led organizations at The Woods. Reintroduced in 2018, after years of being dormant, the Presidential Corps was formed to serve the College as student ambassadors. “They really strive to be an example for the College,” said Peggy Nash, Presidential Corps advisor. Specifically, being part of the organization is a great honor for students as faculty or staff must recommend them. President Dottie L. King, Ph.D., explained that when the Presidential Corps was reinstated, it was a very intentional process.

Corps are engaged with the board of trustees, the selection of the president and much more. This is the kind of empowerment we teach so that leadership becomes easier in the future,” said King. Nash shared that along with the organization upholding the core pillars of the institution, the organization really strives to give back. “Because the College is so committed to service work, we want to ensure that students are aware of how blessed we really are and the importance of serving and giving back,” she said. The Presidential Corps hold themselves to a high standard as they represent more than

CLAIRE GILLEN Senior

ARIANA HALL Junior

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