Updated   06/16/2010

American Independence Foundation

of Colonial Virginia

in cooperation with

Adams State College in Colorado

Students may obtain two (2) transferable college elective credits from Adams State College in Alamosa, Colorado for successful completion of this AIFCV /MOWW sponsored Youth Leadership Conference.

 The AIFCV contact for this opportunity is: Professor Jim Rice: cell-757-880-3308, e-mail: jrice@aifcv.org

 LEAD 126 - Citizenship and Community Service (2 credits)

 This ASC course is designed to have students better understand the development of the United States system of government, learn the mechanics of how state and local government works in the United States through hands-on exercises and experiences, and develop interpersonal skills that will assist them throughout their personal and professional lives. The course is based on the premise that the success of any democratic form of government depends on the active support, leadership, and involvement of all citizens.

 To obtain college credit: (Cost per semester hour of credit: $65)

 A. Attendance at our conference.

 B. Completion of a 500+ word reflection paper, e-mailed within 15 days after the close of the leadership conference to:  DRStriler@aol.com which answers the following question:

 “How did participation in this youth leadership conference increase my appreciation and understanding of the word ‘citizenship’, and how could that relate to ‘community service’ for me, in my home community?”

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