SLOOP INSTITUTE FOR EXCELLENCE IN LEADERSHIP APPLICATION 2015-2016 DEADLINE: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2015 PLEASE RETURN APPLICATION TO CLARISSA LANG IN THE OFFICE OF LEADERSHIP AND EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING (THE BRADDOCK HOUSE) BETWEEN 8:00 AM AND 4:00 PM APPLICANT INFORMATION Name: Sex: Email: Date of birth: ID #: Cell Phone: State: ZIP Code: Local address: City: PERMANENT INFORMATION Address: City: State: ZIP Code: EMERGENCY CONTACT Name: Relationship: Address: City: Phone: State: ZIP Code: SCHOOL INFORMATION Major: Overall GPA: # of Completed Credits: Minor: Anticipated Graduation Year/Semester: Faculty/Staff Endorsement: Faculty/Staff Email: Faculty/Staff Phone : ORGANIZATION INVOLVEMENT What organizations are you currently involved with at FSU? What positions have you held or currently hold at FSU? SIGNATURES / AUTHORIZATIONS Authorization to Release Information: If I am selected as a Sloop Institute for Excellence in Leadership member, I authorize Frostburg State University to release any of the above information to the public in any manner it shall choose. I also authorize the university to verify that all the information provided on and with this application is accurate. Electronic Signature of Applicant: Date: SLOOP INSTITUTE FOR EXCELLENCE IN LEADERSHIP APPLICATION 2015-2016 SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS Please provide a short answer to each of the following questions regarding your leadership experience on a separate paper. 1. Choose an organization you are involved with in which you would potentially like to take on a leadership position/or already are in a leadership position. What do you envision accomplishing for the organization with this position and how could you achieve these goals? 2. Provide an example of a time when you stepped outside of your comfort zone. What did you learn from this experience? 3. Develop a personal mission statement and describe how you apply it at Frostburg State University. 4. Why should we choose you as a Sloop Institute Participant this year? How will you bring your experiences from Sloop back to the campus? Electronic Signature of applicant: Date: EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION (Please Print Clearly) Date: _____________________ Program: Sloop Institute 2016 Participants Information: Name: ________________________________________________________________________ Address: _______________________________________________________________________ Cell Phone #:____________________________________________________________________ Student ID #:____________________________________________________________________ Email Address: __________________________________________________________________ Emergency Contact Information: Name: ________________________________________________________________________ Address: ______________________________________________________________________ Relationship: __________________________________________________________________ Cell Phone #: ___________________________________________________________________ Optional Information: Dietary Restrictions (ex. Vegetarian):________________________________________________ Allergies/Reactions: ______________________________________________________________ Current Medications: _____________________________________________________________ (Please include name, dosage, and times taken.) LIABILITY RELEASE AND WAIVER This is a legally binding Release and Waiver executed by ______________________________. I desire to participate in any community service opportunities or events sponsored by the Student and Community Involvement. (“Activity”) I understand and agree that I will be transported in a University vehicle driven by University Staff and/or a student certified driver. I fully understand and appreciate the dangers, hazards and risks inherent in the Activity and in the transportation to and from the Activity, which dangers include but are not limited to physical or mental injury or death. 1. Waiver of Liability: I, individually, and on behalf of my heirs, successors, assigns and personal representatives, hereby release and forever discharge the University, the University System of Maryland (“USM”), the State of Maryland and its employees, agents, officers, trustees and representatives (“Release”) from any and all liability whatsoever for any and all damages, losses or injuries (including death), I sustain to my person or property or both, including but not limited to any claims, demands, actions, causes of action, judgments, damages, expenses and costs, including attorneys’ fees, which arise out of, result from, occur during or are connected in any manner with my participation in the Activity and/or any travel incident thereto, except for such damages or injury as may be caused by the gross negligence or actual malice of University employees, agents or representatives. 2. Statement of Indemnification: I, individually, and on behalf of my heirs, successors, assigns and personal representatives, hereby agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the University, the USM, the State of Maryland and its employees, agents, officers, trustees and representatives (in their official and individual capacities) from any and all liability, loss, damage or expense, including attorneys’ fees, that they or any of them incur or sustain as a result of any claims, demands, actions, causes of action, damages, judgments, costs or expenses, including attorneys’ fees, which arise out of, occur during, or are in any way connected with my participation in the Activity or any travel incident thereto. 3. Disciplinary Actions: The University reserves the right to decline to accept or retain me in the Activity at any time should my actions or general behavior impede the operation of the Activity or the rights or welfare of any person. Similarly, if my conduct violates the Code of Student Conduct or any policy of the University, I understand that I may be referred to the University’s Judicial Board either during or after the Activity and/or may be required to leave the Activity at the sole discretion of the University’s representatives and agents. 4. Waiver of Legal Rights: I agree that this Statement of Responsibility, Waiver, Release and Indemnification Agreement is to be construed under the laws of the State of Maryland; and that if any portion hereof is held invalid, the balance hereof shall, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect. By signing this document I hereby acknowledge that I have read this entire document, that I understand its terms, that by signing it I am giving up substantial legal rights I might otherwise have, and that I have signed it knowingly and voluntarily. 5. I have signed this Release and Waiver in full recognition and appreciation of the dangers, hazards and risks of such activities. I agree to report to the Director of the program any physical or mental condition I have that may require special medical attention or accommodation at least five (5) days prior to departure. I understand and agree that Releases do not have medical personnel available at the location of the Activity and grant Releases permission to authorize emergency medical treatment, if necessary. I understand and agree that Releases assume no responsibility for any injury or damage that might arise out of or in connection with such authorized emergency medical treatment. The right is reserved by the University, in its sole discretion, to cancel the Program or any aspect thereof if the University determines or believes that any person is or will be in danger if the Program is continued. _____________________________________ Participant Signature _________________________________________ Signature of Parent (If participant is under 18 years old) Date:____________________________ Date: ____________________________ Frostburg State University Office of Leadership and Experiential Learning 101 Braddock Road Frostburg, MD 21532 VOLUNTARY PARTICIPANT RELEASE Participant’s Name: _____________________________________________ Program: Sloop Institute for Excellence in Leadership__________ Date(s): Friday March 4, 2016 – Saturday March 5, 2016______ I am voluntarily participating to be photographed and allowing my image to be used for student publications, posters, promotions and web site designs at Frostburg State University (the “University.”) I agree that my participation in the program confers upon me no rights of ownership whatsoever. All materials produced pursuant to this release may be used, in whole or in part, without inspection or further consent or approval by me or by my parent or guardian (if applicable) of the finished product or any use which may be made of it. I further agree that the programs may be copyrighted, duplicated, broadcast and distributed without limitation, through any means, now and at any time in the future. I agree to the use of my name, likeness, voice and biographical material about me for program publicity and promotional purposes. I confirm that any and all material furnished by me for this program is either my own or otherwise authorized for such use without obligation to me or to any third party I hereby release the University, its agents, employees, officers, directors and assigns, from liability for any claims by me or by any third party in connection with my participation in the above-named program. This voluntary grant and release will not be made the basis of any future claim of any kind against the University or the University System of Maryland. Signature: ___________________________ Date: ________________ Print name: _________________________________ OFFICE OF LEADERSHIP AND EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING FOR STUDENT AFFAIRS 101 BRADDOCK ROAD FROSTBURG, MD 21532-2303 T 301.687.7013 F 301.687.1041 Sloop Institute for Excellence in Leadership Student Conduct Agreement In accordance with Frostburg State University policy, I _____________________ agree to adhere to the terms and conditions listed below: I will follow all guidelines presented in the Pathfinder. This includes behavioral expectations and all other policies laid out within the student handbook. I am also aware that this is a substance free conference and any behavior involving the use of alcohol or any controlled substance is strictly prohibited. Frostburg State University is a Smoke-Free Campus and this includes all programs and events. In addition, I understand that failure to follow these rules may result in my immediate expulsion from the trip. I understand that in the event that I am expelled from the trip, I will be held responsible for all costs including, but not limited to: travel, lodging, and food for the duration of the trip’s planned length. In addition, all costs incurred as a result of my expulsion (i.e. airfare, cab rides, etc.) will also become my responsibility and will be held against my student account until paid in full. I understand that Frostburg State University may require a judicial board hearing as a result of inappropriate behavior or behavior inconsistent with the rules and regulations found in the Student Pathfinder and within this agreement. I understand that I am committing to attending the Sloop Institute for Excellence in Leadership if selected on Friday March 4, 2016 through Saturday March 5, 2016. In the event that I cannot attend this event, I will give the Office of Leadership and Experiential Learning 30 day notice. In the event that it is less than 30 days before the event, I understand that if the Office of Leadership and Experiential Learning cannot find an alternate and fill my place, I am responsible for all costs associated with attending this event. These costs will include but are not limited to transportation, lodging, and meals. The estimated cost for my attendance is $340.00. Signature: _______________________________________________________________ Printed Name: ___________________________________________________________ Date: __________________________________________________________________