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The Academy is a retention program housed in the Intercultural Student Engagement Center. The Academy is committed to increasing the retention and graduation rates of domestic minorities, first generation, Pell Grant eligible and in need of transitional support. In addition, The Academy fosters an institutional climate supportive of the success of these students.

The Academy beings prior to MASTER Plan, and will continue with activities throughout the remainder of the school year.

Navigators serve as the student leaders and Orientation guides for the Academy Orientation. Navigators are placed in cluster groups and are assigned a group of conference attendees and provide support and guidance during and after the summer conference. Navigators gain experience in mentoring, problem solving, event management, and large and small group facilitation. Navigators network with university senior administration, faculty, and staff from across campus as well as undergo training on admissions and university processes to assist in the recruitment of prospective students. Interested applications should value collaboration, teamwork, and inclusive excellence. PLEASE NOTE THAT NAVIGATORS WILL BE EXPECTED TO SERVE FROM APRIL 2024-MARCH 2025. IF YOU ARE ONLY INTERESTED IN SERVING DURING THE SUMMER, APPLY FOR THE VOLUNTEER POSITION.

Navigator Coordinators serve as the student peer leaders to Navigators. In addition, navigator coordinators support the Scholar Council in the development and execution of programming. Navigator Coordinators are assigned a group of Navigators to supervise and support in addition to serving in one of the following coordinating positions: Coordinator(s) of Recruitment & Operations, Coordinator(s) of Scholar Development, and Coordinator(s) of Hospitality & Programming. 

Volunteers are the backbone of our work! Volunteers will be expected to work ISEC-sponsored events.

PLEASE NOTE THAT NAVIGATORS WILL BE EXPECTED TO SERVE FROM MARCH 2024-APRIL 2025.

IF YOU ARE ONLY INTERESTED IN SERVING DURING THE SUMMER, APPLY FOR THE VOLUNTEER POSITION.