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Anne-Marie Algier1, Courtney R Floom1, Brian T Magee1
1University of Rochester, Rochester, New York, USA.
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Leadership development is a crucial component of higher education, particularly in the context of varsity athletics. This study explores the influence of the Medallion Leadership Program on student-athlete leadership development at the University of Rochester, focusing on their self-reported experiences through reflective essays. This study highlights the relevance of athletics in leadership and teamwork development and advocates for the intentional inclusion of athletics within the definition of experiential learning.
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