American Indian Summer Academy (AISA)

Saturday, July 5th - Saturday, July 12th

The University of California, Irvine is hosting a free one-week summer academy for high school students entering 9th - 12th grades in the 2008-2009 school year. Students must be attending a California High School and have an intent to pursue higher education.

During the program, students will reside in the UCI dormitories and participate in various interactive presentations from the different departments at UCI. In the afternoons, they will engage in cultural workshops and activities as well as field trips and social events. For their final project, students will work in groups to identify and address an important issue pertaining to the Native community. The program will end with a symposium where students will present their work as well as a closing ceremony where one student in the program will be selected to receive an Exceptional Student Award.

All students in the Academy will receive follow-up mentorship by UCI staff and students throughout their remaining years of high school, which will include guidance in choosing their coursework, financial aid, and applying to a university.

No cost to you! The Summer Academy will cover most expenses during the week. These include: housing, daily meals, course books, school supplies, and transportation during program activities. (Note: Participants are responsible for transportation to and from UCI.)

Eligibility:

• have the desire to contribute to the American Indian community at large,
• plan to enroll in an institution of higher education,
• be a currently enrolled California high school student entering 9th - 12th grade in Fall 2008,
• have completed or plan to complete Algebra I by the end of their 10th grade year, and
• have an overall GPA of 2.5 or above.

To Apply:

• Complete the 2008 American Indian Summer Academy Application
• Submit your current academic transcripts or a copy of your most recent report card
• Write a one page essay telling us your reasons for wanting to participate in the program

The completed application and supporting documents are due April 30, 2008. (DEADLINE EXTENDED until May 16, 2008)

Applications submitted without transcripts or the essay will be considered incomplete.

All applicants will receive notification by Friday, June 6th 2008 at 5:00 p.m.
Please contact Yolanda Leon at yleon@uci.edu or (949) 824-0291 with questions or for more information. Send completed applications to:

American Indian Summer Academy
c/o Yolanda Leon
University of California, Irvine
Center for Educational Partnerships
5171 California Ave., Suite 150
Irvine, CA 92697-2505

The American Indian Summer Program is also looking for qualified undergraduate or graduate students who can serve as Resident Assistants during the summer program. If you have experience working with youth, we encourage you to apply!

2008 Resident Assistant Application