important information

Leadership Lab functions under the ELCA, as a collaborative effort of the 3 synods in Illinois. Many students and staff come from synods outside of Illinois.  Almost all of the staff donate their time and talents to help make this week happen.   We do our very best to keep this camp fiscally comparable to other camps. 


2020 Dates: July 27th-August 1st


  • cost -$410

    covers room, meals, and curriculum materials.   


    Students are housed on the campus of Augustana college.

    Students will have at least one roommate. Meals are buffet style with multiple cuisine options, as well as a salad bar.   

  • New church pricing -$250

    This introductory price is for all new churches (or churches that have not participated within the last 3 years).  This price only applies to students entering the BASIC year.   

  • Deadlines

    5/15/2019    Early bird pricing- save $15 off your registration only (does not apply to new church pricing) 


    6/24/2019   Postmark/online registration deadline to reserve your spot, any registration received after this date will be accepted at director discretion. 


WHAT is Leadership Lab?

Leadership Lab is a one week camp designed to teach students leadership skills as they encounter Jesus within the community.


There are 6 levels for students to move through in their leadership journey. Students may begin their Lab journey in Basic, Phase 3, or Adult levels, depending on their age.


Leadership Lab functions under the ELCA, as a collaborative effort of the 3 synods in Illinois.


Leadership Lab is held once a year on the Augustana College campus in Rock Island, IL.