Youth Global Outreach (YG) is excited to offer an exclusive experience located at Stanford University. Participants, girls & boys age 13-17, will live on campus in student residences, pursue valuable enrichment courses & experience the most innovative environment in the world
Our core curriculum is based on leadership & team values, innovation & life experience. Our daily lessons, team activities, events & excursions develop skills necessary for success & prepare the next leaders of the world for next generation society
“You can’t live a perfect day without doing something for someone who will never be able to repay you.”
“Don't measure yourself by what you have accomplished, but what you should have accomplished with your ability.”
CURRICULUM
LEADERSHIP
- We offer John R. Wooden's lessons on leadership & character building, featuring Coach Wooden's Pyramid of Success (see below)
- A tailored course pack teaching crucial ideals, values & principles to reach your full potential
- Substantial tangible & digital material for participants to take with them, serving as a playbook for success
TEAMWORK
Put the Wooden lessons to work with daily team-oriented activities geared toward honing new skills & creating lasting growth
Training led by former Harvard scholar athlete & YG staff, utilizing outstanding recreational & learning facilities
See how much you can accomplish when working together & putting the team first
INNOVATION
A dynamic guest lecturing schedule, including Stanford faculty & staff, & leaders of innovation from the Silicon Valley
Visit global leading tech firms & world famous local attractions throughout the Silicon Valley & Bay Area
Develop an idea that benefits the world included in our active learning phase
LIFE SKILLS
Our experience includes introductory sessions with Stanford's recruiting & admissions team, as well as tailored life goal setting sessions with key YG staff
Our enrichment lessons, guest mentor sessions & extraordinary events provide participants valuable knowledge, experience & relationships to reach their full potential
LOCATION
STANFORD UNIVERSITY & SILICON VALLEY
Campus Housing, Dining & Recreation
Accelerator participants have the opportunity to experience life at Stanford University from the perspective of an incoming undergraduate student, including use of student residences, full dining privileges & outstanding recreational facilities throughout the campus
More information on our facilities @ https://rde.stanford.edu/studenthousing/crothers-hall
& recreational opportunities @ http://www.recreation.stanford.edu
"Stay hungry, stay foolish"
Travel Arrival & Departure Logistics
The YG team (mentioned below) will greet every participant, particularly our international participants @ San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - Local participants will be welcomed on Stanford campus & international participants received & shuttled to campus
More information about SFO @ https://www.flysfo.com/services-amenities/traveling-with-groups
For international passengers @ https://www.flysfo.com/flight-info/international
& B-2 Tourist Visas @ https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/tourism-visit/visitor.html
The "Silicon Valley"
2019 PACKAGE
FOLLOWING APPLICATION APPROVAL, THE FULL PACKAGE WILL BE AVAILABLE TO YOU
THE ACCELERATOR
All-Inclusive 7-Day Stanford Experience: Full housing & meal plan, enrichment lessons, campus amenities & facilities access, extraordinary experiences & events, YG apparel, materials & prizes & all local ground transportation ($1,500)
LEADERSHIP INNOVATION ACCELERATOR
(For Local Commuters) 7-Day Stanford Experience: Full meal plan, enrichment lessons, campus amenities & facilities access, extraordinary experiences & events, YG apparel, materials & prizes & all local ground transportation ($1,150)
- YG is a Minnesota, USA registered nonprofit corporation that specializes in leadership, teamwork & life skills development. Founded by All-Ivy Harvard scholar athlete, we have a deep understanding of leadership & teamwork fundamentals, as well as the core values that drive overall success. Through elite enrichment opportunities our goal is to prepare the next leaders of the world for next generation society
Our Leadership Committee is made up of some of the brightest people in the world, leading some of the most influential movements in human development. This includes leaders among Stanford's faculty, staff & student body, as well as the Silicon Valley & beyond, including innovators, athletes & coaches
Our faculty sponsor, Dr. Tim Stearns, is an American biologist, & is the Frank Lee & Carol Hall Professor in the Department of Biology at Stanford University, with appointments in the Department of Genetics and the Cancer Center in the Stanford Medical School. He is the chairman of the Department of Biology, & is an HHMI Professor. Dr. Stearns is also a member of JASON, a scientific advisory group, & is an affiliated faculty member of the Stanford Center for International Security & Cooperation. He has served on the editorial boards of The Journal of Cell Biology, Genetics & Molecular Biology of the Cell, & is considered a leader in important field of study
LEADERSHIP TEAM
LIAM O'HAGAN
FOUNDER & CHIEF
Liam is an All-Ivy League Harvard scholar athlete, global finance professional, with nearly 10 years of business experience in New York, Shanghai & Hong Kong, as well as a seasoned coach & mentor with experience at collegiate & professional levels. Liam will be responsible for daily administration of the Accelerator program & instruction of the John R. Wooden Course
CECILE LEUNG
HEAD OF EVENTS
Cecile has nearly 10 years of experience planning events for global financial institutions Citibank & BNP Paribas, including the world famous Hong Kong Rugby Sevens World Series. She is a native of Hong Kong, & was educated in Stamford, UK through 6th form & at Hong Kong Baptist University where she earned a degree in international journalism
DAVIS RICHARDSON
HEAD OF ACTIVITIES
Davis is a recent honors graduate from UC Berkeley, Haas School of Business, & is a California native with extensive knowledge, experience & relationships across the Silicon Valley & Bay Area. With over 4 years experience as a tutor for young students, Davis leads the design & coordination of our extensive activities package on campus
