On Friday, 57 Legionnaires celebrated a successful week at National American Legion College in Indianapolis, where they gained a deeper knowledge of the organization, developed mentorship and leadership qualities, explained their “why” when it comes to belonging and recruiting, and much more.
At a graduation ceremony in the NEC Room at National Headquarters, Legion College Chancellor and Past National Commander David Rehbein encouraged and challenged the class of 2019 as they prepared to receive their diplomas.
“Your leadership is going to be dependent upon your communication skills,” Rehbein said. “The better they are, the better you can be a leader. Accept criticism, and never let it get personal. If you’re never criticized, you’re never challenged. But make sure the criticism is valid.”
For post meetings, come early and stay late,” he continued “It’s about creating personal relationships. A big part of this is getting to know each other … we’re all in this together.
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