By the end of their Freshman year, 30% of college students decide to drop out.
BLC equips young people to overcome those odds.
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BLC presents a unique and traditional leadership & personal development opportunity
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BLC attracts positive and motivated students
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BLC emphasizes individual growth through goal setting & ethical decision-making
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BLC delivers fast-paced and interactive instruction
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BLC promotes respect and responsibility
Over 30,000 students have participated since 1982.
COST
Register by April 15th: $325
Register after April 15th: $375
DEADLINE
Register for BLC 1 by June 2
Register for BLC 2 by June 23
WHERE
Gardner-Webb University, Boiling Springs, NC
WHEN
BLC 1 - June 17-21
BLC 2 - July 8-12
THE BLC EXPERIENCE
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
“Words cannot express how thankful I am as a parent for preparing my son with leadership skills that he will use the rest of his life. When I dropped off my son the first summer, he attended the Broyhill Leadership Conference he said, 'Don’t leave … I don't know how to use this dorm key.' When I returned at the end of the conference, not only could he use the key, but he had all the confidence to conquer anything set before him.”
BLC Delegate Parent
“I had the privilege of attending BLC and I would like you to know what a difference it has made in every aspect of my life. I learned how to talk to people, how to be confident, as well as how to be more cooperative while still standing up for what I think is right. This year I am serving as Student Council President and Editor-in-Chief of our school newspaper. Because of BLC, I now feel comfortable speaking in front of an audience, coordinating large activities, and continuing to stay positive despite adversity."
BLC Delegate
“BLC is so unique in its approach to developing character. Any insecurities are immediately thrown out the door, forcing campers to be outgoing. The week is full of events. One of my favorite parts of camp was the time I spent with my council, a group of about 15 campers, who never ceased to amaze me with their intelligence and creativity. Saying good-bye the last day is always a sob fest and even grown men break down and shed a few tears because the bonds made during the time are so strong.”
BLC Delegate
Example Schedule
7:00 am - 8:30 am
Wake Up & Get Ready
enjoy breakfast in the cafeteria
8:45 am - 9:30 am
General Assembly
high-energy start to a day of learning
9:40 am - 11:00 am
Council Meeting
read and discuss the handbook
11:15 am - 12:00 noon
Group Activity
learn how to build better relationships
12:00 noon - 1:00 pm
Lunch
enjoy lunch in the cafeteria
1:20 pm - 3:45 pm
Council Meeting
mountain climbing: a personal goal setting activity; team building activities
3:45 pm - 4:45 pm
Speaker
get ready to listen, laugh, and learn some valuable life lessons
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Dinner
get to know new friends or reconnect with old ones
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Group Activity
talent show (voluntary) | banquet
8:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Closing
wrap up the day with a thought-provoking story by a staff member
9:30 pm - 10:45 pm
Snack Time
free time in the common area with staff and new friends
10:45 pm - 11:30 pm
Dorm Time
say goodnight and get ready for bed
11:30pm
Lights Out
rest up for another big day tomorrow!