SS2000: Week 5 Assignment C
What are leadership skills and why are they important for career success?

		This assignment helps you apply your knowledge from this week’s modules and readings.
	True leadership is based on the desire to make the world a better place through positive impact. In this assignment, you will practice leadership by providing guidance and inspiration to an upcoming student. You will write a letter that shares and example of a challenge you’ve overcome, and what you learned from the experience.

Letter to a New Student
All achievements begin as ideas. Between the idea and the achievement, there will be lots of hard work. You will experience both successes and challenges along the way. Once you arrive at your final destination, it will be time to celebrate! Today you will write a letter to a new student, which will serve as both a reminder of your commitment and a celebration of your success. Now imagine that you have graduated from UMA, and that you have accepted a position in your future career. Write a three-paragraph letter which fulfills the three requirements below. 

1. You may choose to use the template letter below or to compose your own letter. 
   1. Introduction: Introduce yourself and explain why you started this journey.
   2. Body: Provide an example of a challenge you’ve faced during your time at UMA, and how overcoming that challenge has helped you build your mental strength.
   3. Conclusion: Close with some words of wisdom to remind a new student that they too can overcome challenges and achieve success at UMA.

Template Letter:

December 5, 2023

Dear UMA Student,
Let me introduce myself. My name is [type here] and I am about to complete my [type here] diploma/degree. I started my journey at UMA because [type here]. I stayed motivated against the odds so I could [type here].

I accomplished so much throughout my journey. One of my greatest challenges during my time at UMA was [type here]. I realized how strong I actually am, because I was able to [type here]. I finally overcame this challenge by [type here] and now I am [type here] . Overcoming the challenge taught me [type here].

I want you to realize you are also able to persevere and accomplish your goals. Now it is time for you to begin a new path in your life. You are going to do a fantastic job as a UMA student as long as you remember this: [type here]. Never forget how [type here] you are!
Your friend,
[Type your name]

OR compose your own letter: