St. Charles student at Iowa State asked to join leadership class

This fall, first-year Iowa State University student Michael Nelson of St. Charles was invited by Iowa State University President Steven Leath to participate in the 2014-15 President's Leadership Class. Nelson majors in mechanical engineering.

Each fall, 30 first-year students are selected for the class on the basis of high school leadership experience, academic achievement, and involvement in school and community service. The President's Leadership Class builds on these abilities and experiences, serving as an important training ground for students who will go on to become campus leaders, and ultimately, leaders in their professions and communities. The class meets weekly in The Knoll, the president's residence, to discuss the meaning, practice and responsibilities of leadership. Each student receives a $1,500 scholarship.

Nelson is a graduate of St. Charles North High School.