NLATSU

Nonprofit Leaders Association of Tennessee State University, (NLATSU)

Students and Faculty,

We are pleased to announce that the Nonprofit Leaders Association of Tennessee State University, (NLATSU) is now accepting new members for the Fall 2009 semester. Nonprofit Leaders Association of Tennessee State University, (NLATSU) is a student organization designed to assist its members in achieving success in the nonprofit sector by providing valuable and relevant leadership experience, which complements their educational curriculum.

Membership Benefits Include:
• Scholarships & Awards
• Leadership Opportunities
• Internships with American Humanics National Nonprofit Partners
•Opportunity for Nationally Recognized American Humanics Nonprofit Management Certification through TSU/ CPSUA’s Nonprofit Programs
• Participation in Community Outreach Programs

NLATSU is open to students of all disciplines and levels who are interested in making a difference through nonprofit work, leadership and community service. This organization is affiliated with the College of Public Service and Urban Affairs (CPSUA) Nonprofit Management and Leadership program. CPSUA’s mission is to train and equip students for careers as successful leaders in the public and nonprofit sectors. NLATSU supports this goal by complementing the academic curriculum and providing students with critical leadership and service experiences. NLATSU provides special opportunities for students to meet some of the certification requirements for American Humanics (AH) certification. AH is a unique alliance that brings universities, national nonprofit organizations, and community partners together to educate, prepare, and certify professionals to strengthen and lead nonprofit organizations.

All students are encouraged join NLATSU, including Public Administration-MPA and PhD students, Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management students, Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Administration and Planning students, Undergraduate Nonprofit minors, and Urban Studies students, as well as students from other colleges who are interested in public service.

Membership to the NLATSU requires participation in NLATSU sponsored community outreach and volunteer opportunities, attendance of online NLATSU meetings, and membership dues of $10.00 each semester.

For more information about membership, upcoming events, and volunteer opportunities, please contact:

Jacqueline Meeks, NLATSU President- 615-586-8292 or via email at jacquelinemeeks@hotmail.com,
or visit NLATSU’s website, www.nlatsu.blogspot.com

For more information about CPSUA Nonprofit Programs please contact:

Dr. Joan M. Gibran
Campus Executive Director
Advisor to Nonprofit Leaders Association of Tennessee State University, (NLATSU)
Tennessee State University
College of Public Service and Urban Affairs
330 10th Avenue North, Box 139
Nashville, TN 37203-3401
615-963-7255