Oelschalger Summer Leadership Institute
The Oelschlager Summer Leadership Institute (OSLI) is the result of a generous gift given to The University of Akron by Jim and Vanita Oelschlager. Due to their unparalleled generosity, area high school students are selected to participate in a seven-day summer workshop on The University of Akron's campus.
OSLI is designed to empower high school students by introducing them to the requisite skills, attitudes, and resources for success in college. This fun, challenging experience encourages participants to adopt habits and utilize resources to become high-achieving collegiate leaders and scholars. At the conclusion of the Institute, Golden Acorn Leadership Awards of $500 are presented to participants.
The 2024 Oelshlager Summer Leadership Institute will be held Friday, June 21st - Thursday, June 27th.
This year, we celebrate the 24th year of the program! With some new ideas and activities in mind, OSLI 2024 will be one like no other!
Click here for the Oelschlager Mentor Application
Due by Monday, April 22, 2024 by 5 p.m.
Jim & Vanita Oelschlager
The Oelschlager Summer Leadership Institute (OSLI) is the result of a generous gift given to The University of Akron by Jim and Vanita Oelschlager. Started in 2001, Jim and Vanita wanted to give high school students the opportunity to develop themselves and become influential leaders and contributors within their communities. Due to their unparalleled generosity, 48 area high school students are selected to participate in a seven-day summer workshop on The University of Akron’s campus each year.
OSLI Institute Director
Brandon Alexander
Director Student Union and Conference & Conference & Event Services
- 330-972-5492
- bam64@uakron.edu