Thompson & Charter Scholars Leadership Series - Session 5 Makeup Form

Instructions for Completion

Thank you for completing the alternative assignment for Session 5 of the Thompson and Charter Scholars Leadership Series.

If you were unable to attend the GVSU 2026 Leadership Summit, you are required to complete this make up reflection to receive credit for the session.

Select one of the approved TED Talks listed below.
Watch the full video before completing this form.
Provide thoughtful and detailed responses to the reflection questions.

Your responses should demonstrate critical thinking, personal reflection, and engagement with the leadership concepts presented in past Leadership Sessions.

When finished, submit this form to receive credit for the session. If you have any questions, email [email protected].

Leadership Summit Alternative Assignment

First Name *

Preferred First Name

Last Name *

GVSU Student Email *

G-Number *

Instructions

Click one of the links below and select one TED Talk to watch. If it is helpful, take notes and pause the video to reflect on ideas that resonate with you. You must watch the full video before answering the reflection questions. Please note: It may be helpful to take your notes on a seperate document, as this form may time out while watching the video in another tab.

Reflection Questions

Which TED Talk did you watch? (Select one) *

In your own words, summarize the main message of the TED Talk. What was the speaker’s central argument about leadership or community engagement? *
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What idea, story, or perspective resonated with you most and why? How did it connect to your own leadership experiences, values, or future goals? *
Please enter at most 150 words. You currently have entered 0 words.

Was there anything you disagreed with, questioned, or wanted expanded on? Explain your reasoning. If you did not disagree with anything, identify a concept that challenged you and explain why. *
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Application of Leadership

How can you apply at least one concept from this TED Talk to your leadership role at GVSU, within your organization, or in your community? Be specific. What would this look like in action? *
Please enter at most 150 words. You currently have entered 0 words.

What does this talk reveal about the kind of leader you want to become? *
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