Dawn Staley Launches Leadership Academy at University of South Carolina
University of South Carolina women's basketball head coach Dawn Staley has launched the Dawn Staley Leadership Academy at USC. This new program offers students pursuing careers in sports, entertainment, tourism, retail, and fashion merchandising an eight-week introductory course focused on…
Greenville Spartanburg Asheville Anderson, SC, September 28, 2026 —
The University of South Carolina has announced the establishment of the Dawn Staley Leadership Academy, a new initiative spearheaded by its highly acclaimed women’s basketball head coach, Dawn Staley. The academy aims to equip students with essential leadership skills as they prepare for careers in various professional sectors.
The program is specifically designed to serve students who are pursuing careers in fields such as sports, entertainment, tourism, retail, and fashion merchandising. The curriculum will initially feature an eight-week introductory course focused on developing core leadership competencies.
Beyond the foundational course, participants in the Dawn Staley Leadership Academy will have access to opportunities for further study. The academy also offers the possibility of earning a dedicated leadership certificate upon successful completion of its requirements, signifying a commitment to developing well-rounded and capable future leaders. The specific start date for the academy’s initial course and further details regarding enrollment were not immediately available.
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