Nov 7, 2023
What is Servant Leadership?
How is it practiced? Who can lead? Where is it found? Servant Leadership is not leadership reserved for the board room, but a way in which we can all lead in the many spheres of our life. This conversation will be valuable for people of all ages, vocations, and occupations. Our guest speaker is Tom Thibodeau, a distinguished professor at Viterbo University who created the first Master of Arts in Servant Leadership. He is a beloved professor, storyteller, and community member who has helped make Servant Leadership a community initiative in the LaCrosse area.
About Tom
Tom Thibodeau is a husband, father, grandfather, teacher, and an active community member from Wisconsin Rapids who has done nothing since coming to Viterbo in 1984 but inspire students and change the world. Through the years his infectious enthusiasm, compassion, and commitment to leadership and service have also inspired countless colleagues and community members. He is the founder of the Master of Arts in Servant Leadership, the first master’s degree of its kind in the nation, and also a founding member of hospitality and fellowship resource Place of Grace, in La Crosse. Thibodeau is a popular professor, talented public speaker, and an extremely active community member who lives the Viterbo values. He regularly leads The Ethical Life seminars, often team teaching with Rick Kyte, and also offers a Serving the Common Good seminar focused on homelessness.