leep projects 3.0. what are leep projects? 2 summer experiences offer real-world application of...
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LEEP Projects 3.0
What are LEEP Projects?
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• Summer experiences• Offer real-world application of course material• Allow authentic problem-solving experiences• Provide an opportunity to work with someone outside of Clark• Enhance mastery of the LEEP learning outcomes• Serves as a capstone, or culminating experience
→ Students who complete LEEP Projects will now be called LEEP Fellows
Benefits of completing a LEEP Project
• Real-world experience that animates your academic coursework; the opportunity to learn a variety of skills that will give you an advantage
• Opportunity to reflect on your experiences and your intentions as you make a plan to move forward
• Opportunity to make a close, working relationship with a faculty mentor• Some projects include working closely with a Clark alum
• Targeted training opportunities designed to prepare you for your project; pre- and post- project advising, preparation, and support
• Transcript designation as a LEEP Fellow
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What kind of LEEP Project can I do?
Existing LEEP Project• Alumni-sponsored• Organizations with close ties
to Clark• Faculty/department-
generated
→ Can be found in Clark Recruiter
→ If position is secured, LEEP funding may be available
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Self-designed LEEP Project• Crafted with guidance from a
faculty mentor• Should have a connection to
an external organization
→ Students will need to apply for funding
→ Decisions will be made by a faculty committee
How are LEEP Projects different?
• All have a connection with an external organization• Some existing projects offer a connection with an alumni host!• Some existing projects are paid by the organization!
• All require the support of a faculty mentor• Some existing projects will “come with” a faculty mentor
• Pre- and post training and reflection• Funding may be available*
→With all, an expectation that there is some outcome that is beneficial to you
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What are the responsibilities of aLEEP Fellow?
• Complete all components of the application• Including: 1) application form; 2) project description; 3) LEEP essay; 4)
letter of recommendation; 5) resume; 6) LEEP Project contract; and 7) relevant risk/liability forms
• Attend an advising session and pre- and post-project workshops• Attend LEEP Project class or boot camp• Submit a mid-term update• Submit a final reflection• Participate in LEEP Talks or Fall Fest• Take part in exit interviews - optional
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What are the application criteria?
• Primarily geared towards juniors• Sophomores and seniors will be considered if 1) the project is
developmentally appropriate; and 2) they can make a compelling case as to how the project relates to their future goals
• Previous LEEP Pioneers are not eligible• Cannot be on social or academic probation
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Special Considerations
• Studying abroad• Are eligible for LEEP Project funding; plans for training will be determined• Interviewing may be difficult – it is important that you check Clark email!
• International students• International students who are working off campus will need to get
academic credit and obtain work permission from OIA• Completing projects abroad• Applications to complete a project in a country on the State Department
watch list will receive additional scrutiny• Applying for other sources of funding and/or paid projects• Eligible to receive up to $2500 from Clark• Receipt of outside funds may lessen or negate Clark funding
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How do I start?Existing Projects
• Decide which project(s) is right for you• Attend a LEEP Project advising session; required for all applicants• Sessions held weekly in the LEEP Center; starts week of November 18
• Log on to Clark Recruiter to view existing projects• Available week of November 18
• Get your resume and cover letter reviewed by Career Services• Monday-Friday, 12-4 pm – no appointment required!
• Apply for a position(s)• Attend an Interviewing 101 workshop• Connect with a faculty mentor and submit LEEP Fellow
application once position is secured
How do I start?Self-Designed Projects
• Decide which project(s) is right for you• Attend a LEEP Project advising session; required for all applicants• Sessions held weekly in the LEEP Center; starts week of November 18
• Get your resume reviewed by Career Services• Monday-Friday, 12-4 pm – no appointment required!
• Connect with a faculty mentor• Attend a Writing Your Proposal workshop• Submit LEEP Fellow application→ All self-designed project applications will be reviewed by, and
funding decided upon by, a faculty committee
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Deadlines
Application deadlines• LEEP Fellows application
opens January 17• Please note that some
deadlines may be earlier!
• Deadline is March 14 for self-designed projects• Deadline is April 18 for
existing projects
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Stipend disbursement schedule• Funds will be distributed evenly
at two points: 1) upon completion of the LEEP class or boot camp (June) 2) upon receipt of the final reflection (September)
• Students may petition for release of additional funds at an earlier date