Metro State is seeking nominations for individuals interested in applying to Leadership Denver, a yearlong program sponsored by the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce that brings together about 50 individuals to discuss and learn about the challenges facing the Denver metro area.

"These individuals begin the year as strangers and end the year having formed a lifelong network of friends and colleagues," said Director of Alumni Relations Cherrelyn Napue, who completed the program in 2002-03.

"I was exposed to the multitude of challenges, strengths and needs of the Denver community," Napue said of her experience. "I was able to observe and share with the group the role Metro plays in addressing and serving the community."

One person will be approved for application to this program from Metro State this year. Those interested should submit a one-page letter of interest to the nominating committee, c/o Cherrelyn Napue, Alumni Relations at Campus Box 14. Self-nominations are encouraged. All nominations are due May 14. The selected candidate will need to complete the full application to Leadership Denver by June 7.

The Leadership Denver selection process favors applicants who demonstrate a strong potential for achieving senior policy-shaping responsibilities and positions of leadership both as a professional and as a civic volunteer, plan to remain in the Denver area and have the time to commit to the program.

For more information about Leadership Denver go to http://www.denverchamber.org/foundation/leadership.asp