The University of Southern Mississippihas created an innovative model for student athlete leadership development. This year, they launched the Leadership Academy, and Voyageur Outward Bound School is lucky enough to be part of this brand new educational initiative.
The first University of Southern Mississippi Leadership Expedition proved that people can indeed do a great deal when they honor and serve one another. They can climb scary cliffs, scale high peaks and put on the miles. They can also navigate difficult conversations with compassion and discover new strengths in themselves and others.
"WE WILL CARRY THE LESSONS AND STORIES WITH US FOR THE REST OF OUR LIVES – BACK TO OUR TEAMS, FAMILIES, COMMUNITIES AND CAREERS. OUR STUDENT-ATHLETES ARE EQUIPPED TO HAVE A POWERFUL IMPACT ON A LARGER COMMUNITY AS A RESULT OF THEIR PARTICIPATION IN THE INAUGURAL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY AND THE OUTWARD BOUND EXPERIENCE."
Celebrating the 90th birthday of Jean Replinger this coming Saturday - We owe Jean a GREAT deal of gratitude as she made the first all-female Outward Bound course in the United States a reality, in 1965!
If you haven't already, check out the Women Outward Bound documentary to learn more about Jean's all-female
course.
What does it mean to be "Outward Bound" at St. Norbert College?
"It's a common misconception that the blue peter is flown from ships on their way out to sea. Most think that it indicates a vessel headed away from harbor. But the flag is actually a signal hoisted in port to notify the crew to return to the ship and prepare for an imminent departure. It tells the sailors to ready
themselves for the journey ahead." Click here for the full story.
Alumni Service Week
Thanks to our wonderful alumni for their dedication to VOBS and the work we do, their contributions during service week (replacing screens, painting doors, building bunks... the list goes on) and for bringing their talents and gifts to our community!
The Fellowship Initiative (TFI) is an innovative, multi-year character and leadership program that serves young men of color in Chicago, New York, Los Angeles and Dallas. Thanks to JP Morgan Chase, Outward Bound serves the men of TFI with wilderness leadership expeditions each summer. This year, Voyageur took Chicago TFI students out for a Superior
Hiking Trail Backpacking course. Click here for the full story.
Alumni Opportunities: As a VOBS alumni, we encourage you to stay in touch, share your memories and pass on your knowledge. Below are some ways to remain in contact or get involved.
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