LeadXperience

Step Boldly into Leadership

Welcome to leadxperience

A unique opportunity awaits at Urbana 25. LeadXperience is a specially curated cohort designed for current college and graduate students who are passionate about accelerating and deepening their Christian leadership skills and experience. If you’re ready to lead and grow in ways that will impact your life and those around you, LeadXperience is how to make it happen.

what you'll do

Lead Three Bible Studies

Immerse yourself in the book of Jonah. You’ll guide peers through meaningful discussion and reflections using a study guide provided by Urbana.

Give a Call to Faith

Experience the profound impact of sharing your faith by leading a call to faith, equipped with a script prepared for you.

Join Five Sessions at Urbana

Join us for five in-person sessions (including three over a free continental breakfast) to gain insights and leadership skills from interactions with coaches and speakers.

Requirements

• Attend Urbana 25
• Be a follower of Jesus
• Be a current college or graduate student

Commitments

• Complete a two-hour online training course before Urbana 25
• Lead three Bible studies, including a call to faith, at Urbana 25
• Attend the five LeadXperience sessions that will happen during Urbana 25

Join the LeadXperience Community

If you meet the LeadXperience requirements, nominate yourself – and others – for this transformational experience.

Nominations will be open from January 1 – November 30, 2025 (unless spots fill earlier).

Invitations will be issued on a first-come, first-served basis…so don’t wait!

'yes' to jesus

I questioned how God could work through me, but I witnessed a friend say, ‘Yes!’ to Jesus. Bible study became the highlight of my day!

shawn,
4th year student

joy in ministry

It gave me the joy back in ministry.

Ayishia,
3rd year student

confidence in leadership

LeadXperience gave me more confidence to lead, take next steps with InterVarsity, and start the new year with purpose.

aj,
graduate student

reliance on god

“Before, I felt hesitant to lead. Urbana helped me realize this is something I love – an area where I can rely on God and my skills.”

katya,
1st year student