SOPA to Host First In-Person Athlete Leadership University Graduation Since 2019

Special Olympics Pennsylvania (SOPA) is proud to announce that it will be hosting its first in person Athlete Leadership University graduation ceremony since 2019! The ceremony will be taking place Saturday, August 27^th at the Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center from 5:00-8:00 PM.

In addition to recognizing this year’s graduating class, the classes of 2020 and 2021 will get an opportunity to walk as well. To see whose currently eligible to graduate from Athlete Leadership University, along with the members of the classes of 2020 and 2021, click here! If you believe you are eligible to graduate this year, please log into your profile in SOPA’s online portal. Once logged in, please go to the Athlete Leadership opportunities tab and select the role for the practicum you need to submit. Here are the requirements for all practicums. As a reminder, Athlete Representatives and Global Messengers only need to complete one course now:

• Athlete Representative-Minimum of six capstone projects.
• Global Messenger: Minimum of six speeches.
• Health and Fitness Coordinator: Offering health and fitness club activities at least once a month for at least six months

If you have been confirmed eligible to graduate, please contact your Manager/Team Leader ASAP to register yourself, your Mentor and any other friends/family that wish to attend the ceremony via this form. The deadline to register is Friday, August 12^th.