How to Apply
Vermont Leadership Institute Application
Download an application here. Due March 22, 2010.
The Snelling Center for Government invites members of the public, non-profit, and private sectors to apply for admission to the Vermont Leadership Institute. The application process is highly competitive, with up to twenty-six associates selected on the basis of their professional achievements, demonstrated interest in the community, and potential for leadership. We seek applicants who are. . .
- committed to Vermont,
- curious about the issues facing Vermont,
- committed to learning and growing, and
- value inquiry and dialogue.
The Snelling Center is a non-profit, non-partisan organization. As such, we encourage applicants from a variety of perspectives and we welcome ideological diversity.
The VLI Class of 2011 will begin its training in September of 2010. Most session days take place from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Each session requires some advance preparation. We ask associates to create a personal development plan for their own learning during the program. See session dates and descriptions.
The application process includes:
* Completion of the application by March 22, 2010 Please call or write the Snelling Center for Government for an application or download one here. Scholarship and Financial Aid Information Nominations can be sent to colleen@snellingcenter.org
* Submission of two letters of recommendation (details can be found in the application)
* Submission of a black and white head shot to colleen@snellingcenter.org
* Remittance of a nonrefundable $25 application fee
* Participation in an interview (interviews occur in April or May)
* Notification of your status in late May