“During my LeaderShape experience, I was continually placed in situations with my peers, situations that compelled me to question deeply what values I esteem, why they are important to me, and how I can consistently act on them to create a better world for all people. I was challenged to think big and to always stretch my vision in such a way as to be inclusive of all people, all cultures, all economic classes, all religious traditions and all walks of life. In the course of this challenging week, I met others like myself who desired to develop not only themselves but also the world around them. The friendships and relations created during this week taught me to the value and importance of relations to leadership. As such, I recommend this opportunity, without reservation, to students who wish to make the most of their educational experience and leadership potential—and, especially, to those who sincerely want to make a difference.” Eric, Maricopa LeaderShape Institute Graduate