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College of Nursing

The Amy V. Cockcroft Leadership Fellowship

2025-2026 Application

Application Instructions

The Amy V. Cockroft Leadership Fellowship application must be completed by filling out the online form. The following information will be needed to complete the application:

  • Your personal and contact information as well as your sponsor and employment information. 

  • Contact information for the sponsoring executive that will be submitting a letter of recommendation on your behalf. The recommender will receive an email instructing them to submit their recommendation through the online portal. The recommendation must include the following:

    • Your potential as a leader now, and in the future

    • Why you should be selected for the program

    • Financial and time commitment to the program  

  • You must provide answers for the following  essay questions:

    • Why are you interested in attending the Amy V. Cockcroft Leadership Fellowship? (100 word limit)

    • Where do you see yourself as a leader in the next 5 – 10 years? (150 word limit)

    • What do you believe are your greatest strengths as a leader? Include at least one example to illustrate your strengths as an effective leader. (250 word limit)

    •  What do you believe are your opportunities for growth as a leader? Include at least one example of a situation to illustrate how you have recognized your challenges as a leader. (250 word limit)

    • Describe a health care leader that demonstrates leadership qualities that you wish to emulate. Describe (3) traits or characteristics of this leader that you respect and why these traits are important to those they lead. (250 word limit)

    • Share a project topic that interests you related to leadership or an improvement opportunity in your workplace. (250 word limit)

  • Upload a copy of your resume and professional biography.

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