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I-LEAP Program

Mannie L. Jackson I-LEAP Program wins national advising award

The Mannie L. Jackson Illinois Academic Enrichment and Leadership Program (I-LEAP) has received a 2009 Outstanding Advising Program Award from the National Academic Advising Association (NACADA). NACADA recognizes innovative and exemplary academic advising services with a plaque and awards ceremony to be held in the fall during the annual conference. See all recipients and learn more about award selection criteria.

Sheri, Mannie, Shin

The Mannie L. Jackson Illinois Academic Enrichment and Leadership Program (I-LEAP) guides students in critical areas including academic skill and leadership development, civic engagement, and university integration. Participation is voluntary, of no cost to program participants, and available to undergraduates who are:

Qualifications

  • enrolled in the College of Applied Health Sciences
  • first-generation students
  • students from underrepresented groups
  • student athletes
  • students from the President Awards Program (PAP), Educational Opportunities Program (EOP), and Illinois Promise.

Program Director Sheri Shaw, Assistant Director and Academic Skills Specialist Kirkshinta Turnipseed, and Graduate Assistant Shondra Loggins were instrumental in developing and implementing this outstanding program.