Leading with Faith: A Cadet's Journey of Balance, Resilience, and Leadership at VMI

Welcome to an inspiring VMI Leader Journey podcast episode, "Leading with Faith." In this episode, we introduce you to Cadet Collin Shannon from the Class of 2026, a psychology major and VMI's quarterback, who shares his insightful journey about leadership, teamwork, time management, and relentless perseverance.

From balancing the rigorous life of a student-athlete to identifying the transformative power of seeking help, Cadet Shannon's experiences paint an intricate picture of fortitude. He emphasizes the role faith and camaraderie play as the underpinnings of a reliable support system. He also discusses the importance of humility, authenticity, and unity within the VMI community while providing a peek into his future aspirations, especially toward coaching.

"Leading with Faith" is part of a strategic outreach program of the VMI Center for Leadership and Ethics, designed to inspire and engage the leadership journey within the VMI community and beyond. So, don't forget to subscribe to the VMI Leader Journey podcast for more enlightening conversations!