THEODORE ROOSEVELT HONORS LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
26 Years. 26th President.
Countless Leaders.
For 26 years, Dickinson State University's Theodore Roosevelt Honors Leadership Program has challenged students to lead with courage, integrity, service, and vision.
A LEGACY OF LEADERSHIP
Honoring Our Past.
Inspiring Our Future.
Inspired by the leadership principles of Theodore Roosevelt, TRHLP has developed generations of leaders who are making a difference in their professions, communities, and beyond.
THEN - EARLY TRHLP SCHOLARS
A look back at the program's early years.
NOW - TRHLP SCHOLARS
TRHLP Homecoming Parade
2007-2012
Jon Brudvig
Professor History
2012–2017
Dr. Frank Varney
Professor History
2014–2016
Dr. Debora Dragseth
Professor of Business & Entrepreneurship
2017-2021
Dr. Holly McBee
Professor English
2021–2022
Dr. Stacy A. Cordery
Dennis & Vaune Johnson Endowed Chair in Theodore Roosevelt Studies
2022–2023
Niles Haich
Professor English
2023–2024
Marivern Easton
Dennis & Vaune Johnson Endowed Chair in Theodore Roosevelt Studies
2024–PRESENT
Michelle Orton
Dennis & Vaune Johnson Endowed Chair in Theodore Roosevelt Studies
LEADERSHIP THROUGH THE YEARS
Meet the directors who have helped guide generations of Theodore Roosevelt Honors Leadership Program scholars through learning, leadership, and service.
Moments Worth Remembering.
Leadership is built through service, scholarship, teamwork, and showing up for others. These selected highlights from our program archives show that legacy in action.
WHY TRHLP MATTERS
Leadership
Matters More
Than Ever.
Theodore Roosevelt believed in the power of citizenship, service, and leadership. Today's TRHLP students carry that same spirit forward.
They are future educators, business owners, healthcare professionals, elected officials, entrepreneurs, military leaders, and community advocates.
Your support makes transformative leadership
experiences possible.
Build confidence, integrity, and the skills to lead with purpose.
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Develop relationships that extend beyond graduation.
MENTORSHIP & CONNECTIONS
Learn the value of service and make a difference locally.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Support scholarships and experiences that prepare future leaders.
OPPORTUNITY & ACCESS
The TRHLP program is essential to the economic and social vitality of our region. These students are the region’s future workforce, civic leaders, managers, and entrepreneurs.
— Dennis W. Johnson, Chief Executive Officer, TMI Corporation
IN THEIR OWN WORDS
Students Who Are Ready to Lead.
Hear how TRHLP has shaped the experiences and ambitions of students from the Class of 2026.
The TRHLP has given me real-world leadership experience, from serving on campus and community projects to learning how to lead with integrity and purpose.
Carl Askins
Class of 2026 - Sheridan, Wyoming
Through the TRHLP, I’ve gained more than leadership skills—I’ve gained a deeper understanding of the power of community.
Natalie Lile
Class of 2026 - Ballantine, Montana
Contact Information
For giving information contact
Robyn McChesney
Community Engagement &
Events Manager
For TRHLP information contact
Michelle Orton
Director of Theodore Roosevelt Honors Leadership Program