Transformation from a high school student at Youth Leadership Seminar to an Anthony Muñoz Foundation intern
Rewind back to 2009, when Sean Witzgall was a student at Harrison High School. Sean was lucky enough to attend the Youth Leadership Seminar (YLS) themed “G.E.T. M.A.D. Get Everyone To Make A Difference.” Well, after that seminar, he got so “mad” that he ended up becoming a great leader and role model for others. Fast forward to now, 2014, he is an intern at the Anthony Muñoz Foundation! Of course we wanted to know more, so we asked him a few questions:
1.What about YLS do you remember most?
At YLS, there was a speaker named Matthew Kelly. He talked about making the best version of yourself and gave everyone a free book, which I still read to this day.
2. In 2009, the YLS theme was “G.E.T. M.A.D.- Get Everyone To Make A Difference” What did you “G.E.T. M.A.D.” about?
I got “M.A.D.” about applying my leadership skills in high school. I started an organized student section called “The Den.” The Den is a group that got more students to come to sporting events and had organized themes and cheers. It brought the spirit of the school together.
3. How does it feel to intern at the Anthony Muñoz Foundation, especially since you attended YLS in 2009?
It’s pretty cool to have the connection. Now I am on the other side, and I can make a difference for these kids now.
4. This upcoming YLS’s theme is “Spark”. So what about the Anthony Muñoz Foundation sparks you?
At the Anthony Muñoz Foundation, it is always a positive environment, and creates a good place to make connections.
5. What would you tell others about YLS?
The impact that the seminar made can make you realize the importance of leadership. YLS hit home for me.
6. How has your life changed since “G.E.T. M.A.D.?”
I became more of a leader, I take on greater challenges and pursue leadership. I changed my major to Organizational Leadership which I will be graduating with in December from Northern Kentucky University.
Without a doubt, Sean has gone on to become a leader in his community and high school. His experience led him on to having an enjoyable college experience and has allowed him to grow even more! Seeing how Sean has used his “Spark” to become a leader, we couldn’t be more excited to see all the leaders create their own spark at YLS this year! #SparkCincy
Sean is in the last row, 4th from the left.
Kristen Ludwig
Programs Intern
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