Staff Events Go Virtual

S-T-A-F-F, Staff, Staff, Staff!

Thank you to every one who joined us for LYS Staff and Staff Alumni Social Hours during the week of the 2021 webinar. We loved seeing your red shirts, blue shirts, and banquet outfits via Zoom! Below was the schedule followed.

SUNDAY 7/18/21 7 pm CST

Theme of the Day: Opening Convocation Wear: Red Get Ready: Bring a glass to toast our own Norma Jane Sabiston!

TUESDAY 7/20/21 7 pm CST

Theme of the Day: 5 Year Night Wear: Blue Get Ready: High-Five the latest 5 year inductees tonight!

THURSDAY 7/23/20 7 pm CST

Theme of the Day: Banquet Wear: Red, your banquet outfit, your best homemade costume Get Ready: We will induct our newest members of Hall of Fame and we will thank donors and Y-O-U for your support!

LYS Delegate Reunion a success and example of service!

On Sunday, October 23rd more than 140 delegates and staff met at the LSU Union for an afternoon of LYS spirit and fun. We reflected on the lessons we learned at seminar, reminisced with our homegroup members and of course had a few friendly challenges along the way. In preparation for LYS 2017, delegates had the opportunity to share how they would convey what LYS means to them to potential new delegates. We heard some superGREAT answers!

Delegates also contributed a barrel full of canned goods to support the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank. Through this example of service we were reminded that we have the power to make a positive difference. JoJo Pease, co-founder of LYS, also spoke and reinforced the message by reciting this poem:

I am only one
by Edward Everett Hale

I am only one,
But still I am one.
I cannot do everything,
But still I can do something;
And because I cannot do everything,
I will not refuse to do the something I can do.

Reunion came to an end with closing circle as we sang our LYS theme song, No Man is an Island. It was hard to believe our time was over but now we cannot wait until LYS 2017!

Who, What, Why

What is LYS?

Louisiana Youth Seminar is unlike any other. LYS is a unique leadership program that has impacted over 9,000 young leaders over the past 44 years.

That’s why it’s often referred to as “Louisiana’s Best.” But it’s not limited to Louisiana residents. Students come from all across the country and the world to attend this life-changing seminar. 

Upon arriving at Louisiana Youth Seminar, delegates are greeted by energetic LYS staff members leading chants and cheers that echo across campus. Our hardworking, dedicated and enthusiastic staff members are college-aged volunteers who commit at least four years of their lives to running this program.

During the week, students participate in many “hands on” activities that focus on leadership development, such as effective communication skills, team building, problem solving and goal setting. And they hear from local, state and national leaders from all walks of life.

Who is LYS?

Notable LYS alumni include: a former U.S. Senator, a CEO of a major medical university, a senior executive with a Fortune 500 company.

Why LYS?

The LYS motto is, “No Man is an Island.” At LYS, you cannot fail. As a result, delegates challenge themselves to try new things, meet new people and develop new skills. And they grow as an individual and a leader in the process.

There’s something for everyone at LYS. Delegates learn how to write and deliver speeches, run for office and lead parliamentary procedure. They learn how to express their feelings through music and make their dreams a reality. And delegates tap into their creative sides to come up with skits, songs and daily cheers.

LYS is only a weeklong seminar — but the knowledge, skills, experiences and friendships gained at LYS last a lifetime. At LYS, truly “No Man is an Island.”

And we hope to have you join us at Opening Convocation in the LSU Student Union Ballroom on Sunday, July 19, at 2:00 p.m.