FLOC is open to incoming freshmen at the University of Texas at Arlington.
Freshman Leaders on Campus
FLOC is a distinguished organization dedicated to empowering its members to assume prominent leadership roles across campus while fostering a supportive community and expansive network.
FLOC's Mission
The mission of FLOC is to develop leadership by encouraging campus involvement, community service, and freshman representation, while also creating a supportive community and giving back to UTA.
Join us!
FLOC is open to all incoming freshmen at the University of Texas at Arlington. Members of FLOC gain leadership experience, access to a supportive community, opportunities for campus involvement, community service projects, and a network of peers and mentors dedicated to their personal and professional growth. Apply today!
Our History
Freshman Leaders on Campus was founded in the Fall of 2002. Former Student Congress President, Chris Featherstone, proposed the establishment of FLOC in order to identify freshmen who have interest in leadership at UTA. Since being founded, FLOC members have gone on to leadership positions in many facets of student life. By utilizing skills learned in the organization, members have moved on to roles such as Student Governance President and Senators, Orientation Leaders, Peer Leaders, Residence Hall Assistants, Ambassadors and EXCEL Directors.
Jim Burfisher Memorial Scholarship
The Jim Burfisher Memorial Scholarship is a $1,000 award only available to FLOC members. It is presented annually to a member who exhibits exemplary leadership, academic excellence, and genuine humility. Traits that stood out in the awards namesake.
About Jim Burfisher
Jim Burfisher was born in Chicago, Illinois to William and Deborah. He attended the University of Colorado at Boulder and graduated in 2003 with a degree in Economics. Jim was a kindhearted, humble person who led by example and respected those around him. After his passing in 2010, the family looked for opportunities that would allow Jim’s name to live on through worthy causes which embodied both his spirit and passion. Freshman Leaders on Campus was selected because of its reputation as a top flight leadership organization as well as its connection to Chris Featherstone, Jim’s cousin, who helped found the organization while attending UTA.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Members of FLOC gain leadership experience, access to a supportive community, opportunities for campus involvement, community service projects, and a network of peers and mentors dedicated to their personal and professional growth.
FLOC members participate in leadership workshops, community service projects, social events, and more! These activities are designed to develop leadership skills and foster a sense of community among members.
Yes, FLOC is designed to complement your academic experience. The organization provides support to help members balance their leadership activities with their academic responsibilities.
FLOC offers various workshops, mentorship opportunities, and networking events that help members develop leadership skills, build professional connections, and grow personally.
You can learn more about FLOC by visiting the official FLOC website, following FLOC on Instagram @utafloc, and attending information sessions and events hosted by the Follet Student Leadership Center, located in the University Center.
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Our goal is to create leaders who are relational in their approach and who educate themselves to be global citizens.