Page 76 - BSU Undergraduate-Catalog-2017-2019

Student Leadership offers a variety of leadership opportunities to the students of Bowie State
University. Leadership training is offered to students, student organizations and advisors. The
training is delivered in various formats including workshops, seminars, retreats, leadership
programming and conferences. Students are engaged in opportunities to develop leadership skills as
well as personal growth and citizenship. For more information on leadership training opportunities,
contact The Office of Commuter Affairs and Student Leadership in the Student Center, Suite 3008.

Bowie State University Symphony of Soul Band Program
Director: Adolph Wright

The Bowie State University (BSU) Band Program is comprised of the Marching, Pep, Concert, and
Jazz Bands. The Marching Band is the largest student organization on campus, with a traveling
contingent of 270 members. The Pep Band supports both men and women’s athletics including
both CIAA and NCAA Tournament games. The Pep Band was once dubbed “Best Band” at the CIAA
Basketball Tournament. The Jazz Band emphasizes diverse jazz styles and literature, ensemble
performance, and improvisation. The Concert Band performs representative works in all styles
from classical to avant-garde. Students who participate in the band program learn discipline,
responsibility, and social awareness. Membership in the BSU Band Program is by audition or
invitation and is open to all BSU students. Should you need additional information, contact
University Bands at (301) 860-3762 or awright@bowiestate.edu.

University Centre / Wiseman Center
The J. Alexander Wiseman University Centre helps to build community through its organizations,
programs, and facilities. The Centre provides opportunities for meaningful experiences through
self-directed activities, self-governance, leadership workshops, and community service. The Centre’s
co-curricular activities encompass all dimensions of student development and are intellectually
stimulating, culturally enriching, and recreational.

Programs and Special Events
Director: Sharon Glaster

The Office of Programs and Special Events assists the Office of Student Life with its activities
programming and provides informative publications of upcoming events to the campus
community. By providing quality programs and disseminating information, the Office encourages
Bowie State University to support such programs regularly. By participating in educational, social,
emotional, spiritual, cultural, physical, and intellectual activities, students will become well- rounded
citizens and will be better prepared to serve their communities upon leaving Bowie State University.

Leadership Institute
The Student Leadership Institute is a week-long intensive, interactive, and stimulating learning
program for newly elected student leaders from many Historically Black Colleges/Universities who
are committed to uplifting their organizations and their schools. The Institute is held annually in
late SPRING at Bowie State University.

The primary goal of the Student Leadership Institute is to help participants develop as leaders.
More specifically, the objectives of the Institute for student leaders at HBCUs are to teach students
to:

 Understand the mission and purpose of HBCUs
76