Barger Leadership Institute

The first step in your leadership journey! Join the BLI — the home for immersive and interdisciplinary undergraduate leadership experience.

Create your Leadership Path We prepare students to become leaders at the university, at their workplace, in their communities, and in their lives through real-world actions.

Leadership Certificate at the University of Michigan A BLI and MLEAD collaboration to help undergrads articulate and formalize their leadership experiences on campus.

BLI Community Meetings Join us for bi-monthly sessions on leadership learning while building community and making connections over great food!

BLI Detroit Retreat Apply to join the Barger Leadership Institute on a fully funded trip to Detroit this spring!

Social Transformation Fellowship Take your passions and inspirations to positive social impact through a mini-course and up to $7,500 in project funding.

Join the BLI at Leadership Extravaganza The Ultimate Tabling Event: Get ready to be part of Leadership Extravaganza to discover campus opportunities and connect with dozens of organizations!

BLI Leadership Grants Allowing BLI members to receive financial support for short-term projects, events, or leadership development opportunities.

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Recent News

Mindful Leader Retreat Reflection

The Mindful Leader Retreat was far more than a weekend getaway—it was an enriching journey that allowed us to relax, reflect, and bond in ways I hadn’t anticipated.

Homecoming Fun with BLI Alums

We were delighted to invite two dozen BLI students and alum to Homecoming Saturday!

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Events

Feb

Leadership Extravaganza!!

1:00 PM
1040, Multipurpose Room LSA Building

Feb

Malaysian Cultural Night 2025

6:00 PM
Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre

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Welcome to the Barger Leadership Institute:

The home for immersive leadership experiences at the University of Michigan. We use the power of human connection to unearth and inspire authentic leaders.

Quick Links

JOIN THE BLI! Fill out the membership form here

Subscribe to the BLI SMS Service

Learn about our Leadership Path

Explore BLI member experiences in our Student Voices Blog

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