This is the LinkedIn home for The Leader, Elmhurst College's award winning student newspaper. Alternately serious and sassy, the paper has a reputation for breaking hard news and facing controversy squarely. The Leader is one of the most independent college papers in the country. It's an authorized student organization, but does not report to the College - whether in print or on the Web, The Leader an independent voice that isn't afraid to be critical of the college or its decisions. The Leader has been frequently recognized by the Illinois College Press Assocation (ICPA) for our excellence. The Leader is primarily a co-curricular activity, supported by faculty advisors with professional journalism experience. You may contact the Business Manager of the paper at (630) 617-3321. You can also follow The Leader on Twitter @LeaderNewsEC. The Leader is independently funded through advertising and subsription revenue.