Leadership is the ability to guide others toward achieving a vision or goal. Those who can lead experience great career success. It’s a quality many desire, but only a select few truly possess.
The Larsen Leaders Academy will provide you with the tools to set you apart and position yourself on the radar of top companies seeking talent. It will translate your academic experiences — coursework, extracurriculars, case competitions, domestic and international travel, internships and more — into real-world leadership skills. You’ll discover more about yourself and your abilities than you thought possible.
When recruiters ask, “What have you done in the last four years?” you’ll have a compelling story to tell. You’ll have the talent, will and leadership experiences to set you apart. Your four years of dedication will grow into a successful business career lasting 10 times longer.
Become a Larsen Leader. Find your “why” to lead the way.
"I feel much more ready for my future career. The LLA has helped me tremendously."
Jace Weaver, Class of 2024
The Marshall and Susan Larsen Leaders Academy was established in 2018 thanks to the generosity of Marshall Larsen (MSIA ’77) and his wife, Susan.
Marshall was chief executive officer of Goodrich and was named one of the “100 best-performing CEOs in the world” by Harvard Business Review. He received the school's Business Leadership Award, our highest honor, in 2022.
The Larsens are committed to supporting high-achieving business students and often return to campus to spend time with LLA participants.
Luca Olivito, Class of 2024
The Larsen Leaders Academy enriches the academic journey and professional development of its students with programming inspired and informed by our find your “why” to lead the way framework:
New academic director of Larsen Leaders Academy brings renewed focus on experiential learning
“A Night at the Improv” helps students create a climate of creativity and innovation
Larsens’ gift will support new School of Business students, future leaders
Immersion trip takes LLA students to Lincoln Leadership Institute at Gettysburg
