Each semester, Washburn University juniors and seniors are invited to apply for the Brenneman Leadership Series: Right Away and All at Once—a free, seven-week program centered on leadership and philanthropy. Established by Washburn alumnus and accomplished business leader Greg Brenneman, the series is his way of giving back by mentoring the next generation of leaders through his time, experience, and insights.
Inspired by his book, Right Away and All at Once: Five Steps to Transform Your Business and Enrich Your Life, the program is built around the core principles that have guided Greg’s successful career. Since its inception, the series has empowered over 500 students. Participants who complete the program and meet all requirements receive a $1,500 scholarship for the following semester, while graduating seniors are awarded a stipend.
To learn more about Greg Brenneman and the inspiration behind the series, watch this short video.
- Must be a full-time junior or senior at Washburn University with an interest in developing leadership skills.
- Previous participants of the Brenneman Leadership Series are not eligible to apply again.
- Attendance is required for all seven in-person sessions—no exceptions. Sessions will not be offered via Zoom.
- The program runs two cohorts each semester (Wednesday and Thursday evenings from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m.). Selected students will be assigned one evening and must attend all assigned sessions. Due to the interactive, group-based format, switching between nights is not allowed. Dinner will be provided.
- Participants must be currently enrolled and remain enrolled throughout the duration of the course.
- At the beginning of the semester, eligible juniors and seniors will receive an email from the President’s Office (washburnpresident@washburn.edu) with details about the Brenneman Leadership Series. The application will be included in the message.
- Students interested in participating must submit a completed application to the President’s Office by the specified deadline.
- A selection committee will review all submissions and choose 40 students per semester (20 for Wednesday evenings and 20 for Thursday evenings).
- Students who are not selected are encouraged to reapply in a future semester.
- This program is free and credit toward a degree will not be earned.
