Founded in 2019, we are a young organization driven to make a big impact! Any student at the West Lafayette campus can get involved in Steps to Leaps Students, regardless of class, major or degree level.
Getting involved with Steps to Leaps Students starts with following us on BoilerLink and Instagram to stay up to date on upcoming events, programs and leadership opportunities! We welcome all students at the West Lafayette campus regardless of class, major or degree level to become members.
Membership activities include leadership development workshops, relaxation and well-being activities, alumni networking events, collaborative campus programs and more. Organization members can run for student organization officer positions and lead project committees within the organization.
Steps to Leaps Students allows all members to run for registered student organization (RSO) officer positions every year. Our student leaders drive event hosting and planning, lead project committees and serve as representatives of the Steps to Leaps initiative.
Meet our current RSO Officers below!
President of Steps to Leaps Ambassadors
“Joining Steps to Leaps Ambassadors has been my home away from home! This club has shaped who I am today through the five pillars.”
Rocco Bartolini is a junior in pre-pharmacy. Additionally, he is a member of Pre Pharmacy Club and a representative for Student Life Advisory Board. Bartolini joined the Steps to Leaps Ambassadors because he values the pillars and what they stand for. He explains that joining the Steps to Leaps Ambassadors will introduce you to many people on campus. This creates a strong bond through the students and Purdue! Our organization is always having fun and welcoming to new members!
Bartolini’s favorite Steps to Leaps pillar is well-being.
“It is extremely important to focus on our well-being as students. Always remember to take a break when life gets stressful.”
Vice President of Steps to Leaps Ambassadors
“My favorite part of Steps to Leaps is being able to meet with professionals in their fields and ask them questions about their experiences.”
Josiah Linnemann (he/him) is a Junior majoring in Business Analytics and Information Management and Sociology. In addition to being a member of Steps to Leaps, Linnemann is a member of the Business Analytics Club at Purdue and the Purdue Public Speaking Club. Linnemann joined Steps to Leaps because he was interested in the social and professional aspects of the club.
Linnemann’s favorite Steps to Leaps pillar is Grit/Persistence.
”I think that it is important to bring grit to everything you do in life because you will face challenges that can only be overcome through hard work.”
Treasurer of Steps to Leaps Ambassadors
“Steps to Leaps Ambassadors has allowed me to grow not only professional skills, but a community at Purdue.”
Darci Bennett is a senior in kinesiology concentrating on sports medicine. Bennett joined Steps to Leaps Ambassadors to grow professional skills while promoting student well-being at Purdue. She explains how the five pillars of the club allowed her to grow professionally and create meaningful relationships within the community of Purdue. This organization is always focused on student well-being and promoting student community!
Bennett’s favorite Steps to Leaps Pillar is impact.
“Giving back to the communities in Purdue and surrounding Purdue impacts the well-being of so many people. Remember to give back in any small way when you can.”
