Center for Innovation and Leadership

The Center for Innovation and Leadership (CIL) provides opportunities for the Swarthmore community to develop the skills to lead, innovate and create value. Through experiential learning, engaging programs, internships, mentorship, and funding, we offer the tools for students to improve the world around them- by starting a new venture or leading in their community.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Jeopardy Study Break

November 21st | 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. | Shane Lounge, Parrish

Stop by Shane Lounge for a study break with the CIL Interns. Answer Jeopardy questions for a chance to win prizes!

Mochi doughnuts, candy and swag- treat yo' self!

Entrepreneurship Mentorship Collective

December 1st | 4:30pm-5:30pm | Zoom

Join this casual, virtual gathering of founders, makers, investors, artists, designers, engineers, and curious minds connecting around a shared interest in entrepreneurship. No previous entrepreneurship experience necessary- this is a space to ask questions and hear a range of perspectives from alumni and students.

CIL Info Session: SwatTank Application Help

December 8th | 12:30pm - 1:30pm | Parrish West Parlor

Did you just realize SwatTank applications are due Dec 10th? Interested, but still have questions? We got you!

Come chat with CIL staff before submitting your SwatTank applications (due December 10th)

Learn More and Apply

Dinnovators - A dinner for student innovators!

December 8th | 5pm-7pm | The Lang Center

THEME: balancing work and creating your own business /side hustle. Come speak with Swat Alum/Staff who have their own side hustle! You are all invited to December's Dinnovators, a dinner for student innovators! Dinnovators is a partnership with the Center for Innovation and Leadership and the Lang Center for Civic and Social Responsibility. This is a space for student innovators to connect, find collaborators, skill share, and bounce ideas off each other. All are welcome, so bring a friend or make a new one.