Student Leadership

Equipped to Lead

At Trinity Western University, student leadership is more than a role; it is a calling to serve, grow, and lead in a Christ-centred community. 

Whether you're guiding peers in residence halls, serving commuter students in the collegium, leading campus ministries, or shaping student life through TWUSA and other organizations, TWU offers diverse opportunities for students to develop their leadership capacity. Through mentorship, training, and hands-on experience, student leaders cultivate essential skills like communication, collaboration, and spiritual discernment. Student leadership is a pathway to becoming resilient disciples of Jesus Christ, individuals who think truthfully, act justly, and live faithfully for the good of the world and the glory of God.

Why student leadership?

Transformational Growth

At Trinity Western University, student leadership is a journey of personal, spiritual, and professional transformation. Through mentorship, leadership development workshops, and conferences like the Student Leader Orientation Week, students are equipped to lead with integrity, deepen their faith, and grow in self-awareness and resilience.

Community Impact

Student leaders at TWU play a vital role in shaping a vibrant campus culture rooted in belonging and discipleship. Whether serving in Campus Ministries, TWUSA, Student Media, Residence Life, Wellness, Commuter Life, or Global Engagement, leaders foster inclusive spaces where students are supported, challenged, and encouraged to live out their faith in community.

Leadership for Life

Student leadership at TWU prepares students to lead with purpose and conviction in their future careers and communities. Through meaningful experiences that challenge and grow their character, students develop essential skills in communication, conflict resolution, and collaboration. These leadership opportunities are deeply rooted in Christian faith, equipping students to lead with humility, integrity, and a heart for service—whether in professional settings, ministry, or broader society.

Testimonials

Portrait of Aurora Whitehead

Aurora

"I've been so blessed by other student leaders who have built me up and encouraged me to serve that I wanted to get involved and be that person for others. While serving in student leadership, I've had the amazing opportunity to meet and become friends with people who I wouldn't have met otherwise, who have challenged and sharpened me."
Portrait of Sena Tese

Sena

"Coming into TWU, I received love and care from student leaders committed to making a difference in the lives of their peers. I want to keep doing the same for others because every student on this campus deserves to experience the love of Christ through His people. And what an honour it is to have the space to do so by serving at Trinity."
Portrait of Austin McAlister

Austin

"Through this experience I was able to practice walking alongside Christ and learned to rely more on his guidance in every situation."