The Manresa Leadership Challenge: A Pathway to Growth and Service

Saint Ignatius’ time at Manresa was a transformative period that shaped the Jesuit order’s spirituality and educational mission. Inspired by his journey, our College offers the ‘Manresa Leadership Challenge’ - a program designed to foster personal growth and leadership in our students.

The Manresa Leadership Challenge encourages students to develop leadership skills through a combination of learning modules, volunteer service, active participation in key events, and reflective journaling. This holistic approach ensures that participants gain valuable experience while making meaningful contributions to their community.

Students recently completed their first module for 2025, led by Student Leadership Development Coordinator Ms. Frigo. During the session, students reflected on the Student Leadership Pledge and examined the core values that define leadership within the College. Students finished the session by reflecting in their designated Manresa Leadership Challenge journal, a practice that allows them to document their personal growth and leadership development.

Interested students are invited to bring their lunch and attend the next module, which will be held in the Arrupe Room, at lunchtime on Monday 31st March. This module will be presented by our wonderful College Captains and Vice Captains, and is sure to be a great opportunity for all students who want to learn more about how to ‘Dream. Discover. Do.’

Domenica Kiely
Assistant Student Leadership Development Coordinator