National Society of Leadership & Success

The NSLS is the largest leadership honor society in the United States. Our NSLS chapter at Marshall University was started in 2015. Our local chapter is part of the national organization with 700+ chapters and over 1.4 million members.

Students are selected based on exemplary academic achievement. As of 2021 we have 1,560 members who have access to:

More than $400,000 in scholarships.
An exclusive NSLS job board.
A personalized letter of recommendation.

The NSLS leadership program teaches the interpersonal skills that employers seek to give you an edge in the job market. Hear directly from current members as they share how their experience has changed their life.

If you become a member, some of the other benefits are:

Learn from exceptional leaders like former President Barack Obama during exclusive Speaker Broadcasts.
Meet new friends and make lifelong connections (on-campus and virtually).
Overcome challenges with success coaches shortcutting your way to success.
Access to private networking events.

Visit the NSLS website to learn more about and accept your nomination.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Some of the common questions we receive are listed below. If you have any other questions, visit nsls.org to chat with a team member or email help@nsls.org.

What do I have to do to become inducted?

Our five-step program takes approximately 12 hours over the course of the semester at your pace.

Is this recognized on campus?

We are a Registered Student Organization (RSO). As of 2021, we had 1,560 in our chapter and there are more than 1.4 million members nationwide.

ORIENTATION

This is the first event on campus for new members. Students learn the steps of the leadership development program and the schedule of events for the semester.

LEADERSHIP TRAINING DAY

Student members attend an interactive video training session where they identify goals and overcome obstacles. This interactive and introspective seminar helps members identify their true passions and strengths while creating action steps to achieve their goals.

SPEAKER BROADCASTS

Live streamed events with leaders, celebrities and best-selling authors are scheduled six times per year. Topics include leadership, identifying goals, facing challenges, personal growth and successfully transitioning from college to career. Students interact with the speakers via Twitter and Facebook during each broadcast.

SUCCESS NETWORKING TEAMS

Students are assigned to small groups and meet bi-weekly to set goals for future success. Members hold each other accountable using a highly specialized formula proven to produce results. After each meeting, students submit a reflective journal entry online, providing advisors the opportunity to coach and mentor in a format which actively engages students.

INDUCTION

This is the final step towards induction. Most campuses hold a formal induction ceremony which can be shared with family and friends. At this ceremony, students are presented with their Certificate of Leadership Training honoring their achievement and lifetime membership in the Society.

View a sample of what inducted members can include in their resume:

The National Society of Leadership and Success – Member Date 2021 – Present

Selected by the LEAD Center to participate among top students in a leadership program including:

Leadership Training Day: Trained in leadership and success skills via an introspective and interactive training session.
Speaker Events: Participated in seminars led by celebrities and best-selling authors on topics such as leadership, time management, and goal setting.
Success Networking Teams:
- Participated in peer-based leadership development teams
- Experience in setting and achieving goals, receiving coaching, coaching others, and holding others accountable to commitments.

For more information contact hermansd@marshall.edu