Celebrating Leadership: Highlights from the 2025 Spring Leadership Summit

On April 21, 2025, the University of Colorado Boulder's Center for Leadership hosted its annual Spring Leadership Summit at the Byron White Stadium Club, offering stunning views of the Flatirons. The event brought together nearly 100 attendees, including students, faculty, staff, and community members, all gathered to honor and celebrate the university's exceptional student leaders.

The summit featured the presentation of the 2024–2025 Student Leaders of the Year awards, which recognized outstanding students for their academic excellence, commitment to service, and embodiment of the Colorado Creed. These incredible individuals have made lasting contributions both on campus and in the broader community, showcasing resilience, curiosity, and a dedication to positive change.

In addition to the awards ceremony, a panel discussion, moderated by a former Graduating Leader of the Year, provided a platform for the honored students to share insights into their leadership journeys and perspectives on navigating transitions, particularly as they move from undergraduate life into the professional world. Their diverse experiences offered valuable lessons and inspiration to all those in attendance.

A standout moment of the summit was the public announcement of the inaugural cohort of the Newton Fellows, previously known as the Student Leaders of the Year Fellowship. The event also celebrated the incredible network of mentors, mentees, board of advisors, coaches, and executive committee members who contribute to the thriving environment of the Center for Leadership.

The evening wrapped up with a reception, giving attendees the opportunity to connect, reflect, and celebrate the achievements of these remarkable student leaders in a warm and engaging atmosphere.