LEONARDO: The Multimagineering Project, an Holistic Approach to Student Growth Through Learning, Well-Being, and Research

Engineering students frequently work within demanding academic settings marked by heavy workloads, competitive dynamics and fast learning rhythms. These conditions influence motivation, psychological balance and the development of effective study habits. In many university programs, elements such as well being, personal development and lifestyle remain separate from technical courses and research activities. The LEONARDO project introduces an educational model that unites technical learning, applied research and well being within a single structured pathway. The program includes project work, research activities, coaching, psychological support, physical training and nutritional education. A dedicated platform, DBL, collects longitudinal information on academic indicators and validated psychometric measures, allowing students to observe and interpret their progress across the year. Participation to LEONARDO grew steadily from 2022 to 2025, with a clear rise in the number of Master students. A group of 28 students completed both the initial and final assessments. The analyses show significant changes in perseverance, stability of interests, mindset, personal growth and orientation toward future goals. These developments suggest improved planning skills, greater continuity in goal pursuit and a more effective response to academic challenges. The results indicate that the combination of well being, research experience and technical learning can support a more balanced and sustainable approach to study. Future work will extend data collection and include comparisons with control groups.