The Lincoln Vibrant Communities Fellows Program, September 2025 

The Lincoln Vibrant Communities Fellows Program is a 24-week program designed to build capacity to address challenges in communities using the best practices tools and research of the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy and the academic excellence of Claremont Lincoln University. This collaborative program offers graduate-level education, expert coaching, and peer networking to support public and private sector leaders in advancing sustainable community development.

Participants will engage in immersive in-person education; an online leadership curriculum; and specialized coursework covering scenario planning, data visualization, strategic communication, conflict mediation, and policy development. The program culminates in a nine-credit graduate certificate in Advanced Public Sector Leadership, providing a pathway for further academic and professional growth.

Through applied learning, expert-led discussions, and collaboration, fellows will develop innovative solutions to enhance resilience and lead impactful change. Graduates join a national network of leaders dedicated to fostering sustainable, engaged communities.

The program begins on September 11, 2025, in Chicago. Applications are due June 20, 2025.