V.I.T.A.L. Application (Vincentian Initiative To Advance Leadership) Return to: Queens Campus Staten Island Campus Main Office Marillac Terrace Notre Dame House V.I.T.A.L aims to enhance and develop personal and spiritual values, a commitment of service to others and leadership skills in our Vincentian tradition. As a member, you are asked to participate in 6 events throughout the year and are afforded the opportunity to meet and mingle with prominent administration, faculty and staff who are committed to St. John’s University and the Vincentian charism. A night’s activity can include panel discussions, mentoring meals and/or service opportunities. Directions: Please print legibly or type responses to ALL questions Name: _________________________________________ Address: ___________________________________ ___________________________________ ___________________________________ Campus Address: (if applicable) ___________________________________ Telephone: _________________________________________ E-mail Address: _________________________________________ X – Number: _________________________________________ Please check year in school: Freshman _____ Sophomore _____ Junior ______ 2 1. Name a specific person who serves as a role model for you. Why did you choose this person? 2. Describe a situation where you had to take a leadership role. How did people respond to you? 3. Describe an instance when you have been a member of a team. What was your role? Was the experience positive/negative? Why? 3 4. For you, what is the connection between service, personal/spiritual values and leadership?