ADA, Okla. - East Central University proudly announces Vision Bank as the title sponsor for the prestigious President’s Leadership Class (PLC) program. This partnership reflects a significant investment in cultivating the next generation of leaders through education, mentorship, and hands-on learning experiences.
The President’s Leadership Class offers selected incoming ECU freshmen the opportunity to engage directly with university leadership. Students participate in leadership and ethics courses taught by ECU President Wendell Godwin, reside in Chokka Chaffa’ Hall, and take part in a variety of unique learning opportunities throughout the year.
Program benefits include:
- On-campus summer retreat for incoming students
- Courses in Leadership, Ethics, and Financial Literacy
- Cultural experiences, including trips to Oklahoma City, Tulsa, New York City, and/or Washington, D.C.
- Etiquette dinner
As title sponsor, Vision Bank’s support will help sustain these initiatives and expand opportunities for students. The bank will now be able to offer five PLC slots annually for qualified students, including children of employees, graduating seniors affiliated with its student bank boards and customers across its Oklahoma branch network.
“Vision Bank believes in investing in the future — and that begins with our young leaders,” said Steve Bagwell, Vision Bank President and CEO. “Partnering with ECU’s President’s Leadership Class allows us to support exceptional students who are poised to make a lasting impact in their communities and beyond. We’re proud to champion a program that aligns so strongly with our values of excellence, integrity, and enthusiasm.”
“We value the support of Vision Bank and their commitment to ECU students,” said Godwin. “Their endowment will ensure that this program thrives for generations to come. This is another example of our community working with the university to make us all stronger.”
For more information about the ECU President’s Leadership Class, visit ecok.edu/future-students/ECUPLC.php.
Cutline: ECU’s President’s Leadership Class with the Vision Bank leadership team.
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