Bratzke Freshman Leadership Academy

Educate. Empower. Engage.

Learn more about The Bratzke Center and EKU Sports:

EKU Colonels

@BratzkeCenter

@bratzkecenter

saasc.eku.edu

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts, or in any employment policy or practice. Any complaint arising by reason of alleged discrimination should be directed to the Office of Equity and Inclusion, 416 Jones Building, CPO 37, Eastern Kentucky University, 521 Lancaster Avenue, Richmond, Kentucky 40475-3102, (859) 622-8020 or the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Building, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC. 20202 1-800-421-3481 (V), 1-800-877-8339(TDD).

Bratzke Student Athlete Academic Success Center 103 Alumni Coliseum Eastern Kentucky University521 Lancaster AvenueRichmond, KY 40475

saasc.eku.edu

Mission StatementThe Bratzke Freshman Leadership Academy aims to influence and shape the young minds of rising colonels into the minds of serving leaders. Our mission is to educate, engage and empower Student-Athletes with effective leadership skills in order for them to make a positive impact in athletics, the community and the lives of others.

Emotional Intelligence

Leadership Perspective

Moral Intelligence

Strength Discovery

Dear Rising Colonels,

The Bratzke Student-Athlete Academic Success Center is sincerely excited to share our new, cutting edge Bratzke Freshman Leadership Academy program that will provide you with the opportunity to become an exceptional leader. EKU is now offering this first-class program exclusively to freshman to provide quality education that will enable you to develop the skills necessary to become a leader for your team, as well as in the classroom, community and your personal life.

As you know, collegiate athletics are becoming more and more competitive and it is our mission, as Student-Athlete Development professionals, to provide you with the greatest possibilities for you to become the most successful student-athlete you can be. As freshman, it is crucial that you cultivate your Emotional Intelligence, Moral Intelligence, and understand your leadership perspective. This is also a pivotal time for you to focus on your strengths and discover your passion in life. We are committed to helping you achieve these four disciplines before moving on to your sophomore year.

We are looking forward to supporting you in your academic and athletic endeavors as you settle into the Colonel family.

Go Colonels!

Josh ShippAthletic Academic Advisor Life Skills CoordinatorBratzke Student-Athlete Academic Success Center

The capacity to be aware of, control and express one’s emotions, and to handle interpersonal relationships judiciously and empathetically.

Core Principles – Learning Objectives

1. Self-Awareness 2. Self-Regulation 3. Motivation 4. Empathy 5. Social Skills

Emotional Intelligence

“Emotional Intelligence can be developed and

is the greatest predictor of success.” - Tim Elmore, Speaker and Author of Generation iY:

Our Last Chance to Save Their Future

The courage to make decisions based on what’s right, not what’s beneficial or convenient.

Core Principles – Learning Objectives

1. Integrity 2. Forgiveness 3. Responsibility 4. Compassion

Moral Intelligence

“Moral Courage is a more rare commodity than

bravery in battle or great intelligence.” - Robert Francis Kennedy, Former NY Senator

The journey to finding your greatest assets and potential as a human being and applying them to bring value to the marketplace.

Core Principles – Learning Objectives

1. Assessment (Skills) 2. Exploration (Options) 3. Shadow (People) 4. Decision (Path) 5. Invest (Time and Energy)

Strength Discovery

“People who do have the opportunity to focus on their strengths every day are six times as likely to be engaged in their jobs and more than three times as likely to report having an excellent quality of life in general.” - Tom Rath, Author of Strengths Finder 2.0

The process by which one develops skills and influence to create a culture to move their team or organization in a positive direction.

Core Principles – Learning Objectives

1. Character 6. Respect 2. Humility 7. Courage 3.Confidence 8.Commitment 4.Communication 9.Influence 5. Work Ethic 10. Service

Leadership Perspective

“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn

more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” - John Quicy Adams, 6th President of the United States