Building - New Mexico Leadership Institute

Building
Tomorrow’s Leaders
Today
Summer Academy I
NMLI Class of 2013
NMLI Core Values – What does leadership
mean to us?
• To be an NMLI leader is to be an ACTIVE,
THOUGHTFUL, and COMMITTED member
of your community
• To understand your identity and history
as a New Mexican
• To feel and demonstrate an entrepreneurial
spirit
MISSION
To provide at risk New Mexico high school juniors
who demonstrate a particular aptitude for leadership, creativity, resourcefulness and entrepreneurial
spirit, with the support they need to graduate high
school and transition into one of New Mexico’s flagship universities (University of New Mexico or New
Mexico State University).
With one of the highest high school drop-out
rates in the country, low college matriculation and
graduation rates, and with many of the State’s most
talented young leaders leaving for opportunity
elsewhere, New Mexico is struggling to reach its
economic potential. NMLI’s curriculum, created
through a collaboration with UNM and NMSU, is
designed to address these challenges in a comprehensive way.
CURRICULUM
NMLI’s Scholars are selected through a rigorous
application process during the spring semester
of their junior year of high school, after which
they begin an intensive one-year leadership training program that includes two summer academies
and a 12-month “challenge” period. The next four
years of the program are heavily focused on keeping students on a path towards graduation and
To mentor our Scholars throughout college in order employment. NMLI Scholars are awarded autoto successfully graduate in four years with the skills matic acceptance into either UNM or NMSU when
and knowledge they need to obtain ready employ- they enter the program, depending on their desigment in New Mexico.
nated preference.
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SUMMER ACADEMY I is held at NMSU and focuses on self-development. The week begins with training in effective communication – influencing others, listening to and learning through others, and forging
synergy through collaboration. This is followed by the Scholar focusing on self-management, coping with pressure and adversity, and
setting and achieving goals. The ultimate objective of the first academy
is to assist each Scholar to take control of their own future, and to
build and develop relationships that further the Scholar’s interests and
those of their community and state.
Specifics of the first week’s curriculum include:
• Recognize conflicts and adversity that may impact
graduation from high school and college
• Create relationships with fellow participants and
community leaders
• Demonstrate appreciation for different cultures and perspectives
• Develop effective communication skills
• Practice leadership skills and positive behaviors
• Learn about the history, diversity and uniqueness of
New Mexico
• Identify academic and career resources in preparation
for college
• Manage time effectively and set meaningful,
achievable goals
• Recognize the impact of events on a local, regional
and global level
• Develop practical skills for collaborating and group
decision-making
SUMMER ACADEMY II is held at UNM and focuses on the twin
themes of college preparedness and seizing opportunity in New
Mexico. NMLI Scholars will participate in a variety of sessions
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designed to facilitate their seamless transition from high school to university. Even more, these preparedness sessions educate Scholars on
what UNM and NMSU have to offer them academically, socially, and
professionally in order to help them connect the dots between their
individual career goals and specific university competencies.
With President of NMSU,
Garrey Carruthers
In the second summer academy Scholars also receive training in “seizing opportunity”, which educates students on the current and future
drivers of the New Mexico economy. The focus of these sessions is to
breakdown misperceptions and biases about career opportunities in
New Mexico and to encourage young leaders to remain in the state
after graduation. While the Scholar’s professional and career goals
may well evolve during the course of their education, the idea is for
the Scholars to think about how their professional objectives dovetail with the professional needs of the state, its economy, and its
employers.
Between these two academies, students are required to complete a
12-month “challenge” program that is designed by the student and
university faculty mentors. These “challenges” occur monthly and
are intended to focus Scholars on pushing their boundaries, expanding networks, raising awareness, and pursuing areas of personal interest. While each “challenge” program is unique, they often include
assignments that involve community service projects, engagement
in the local economy, and public policy issues.
With the completion of the summer academies and senior year “challenges,” NMLI Scholars graduate from the program and continue
their education at NMSU or UNM. Once there, the NMLI program
remains a major component of their education and support system.
Each graduating cohort enters university as a unit, each Scholar has
an assigned faculty mentor, and all Scholars are supported by the
NMLI on-campus administrator.
Scholars are required to maintain and complete the
following over their 4 years in college:
• Required to register for and complete a minimum of 12 credit
hours of coursework each semester
• Maintain a 3.0 grade point average
• Participate in mentoring new NMLI Scholars as they enter the
program as high school juniors
• At least one summer internship in the public or private sector
• Participate in at least one campus student organization
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SCHOLARSHIP AWARD
Scholars who complete the first year curriculum (the two
summer academies and challenge program) are awarded a
$15,000 scholarship over four years ($3,750/year) which can
be used to defray the soft costs of education, such as living
expenses, books, travel, and other miscellaneous expenses.
The primary goals of the grant are to incentivize students
to select 4-year universities rather than 2-year colleges or
vocational programs, to keep them in school and on a path
towards graduation, and allow students to participate in at
least one summer internship.
The NMLI scholarship award is removed if the
student does not meet the program requirements listed above in the section on curriculum.
A student receiving a scholarship
INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
NMLI encourages each Scholar to participate in at least one,
but hopefully two internships during their college career.
The internship program is designed to accomplish a
number of objectives:
• Enhance the Scholars’ connection with local businesses
and government leaders
• Serve as an opportunity for each Scholar to research
• businesses and government agencies that are linked to
the professional career path they are following
• Serve as an educational experience, providing direct
access to and work experience in the Scholar’s chosen
field
• Serve as a platform for the practical application of the
• Scholars’ educational experiences to real world
situations
MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
Through their partnership with NMLI, both UNM and NMSU
have committed substantial resources to the NMLI program.
In particular, both universities have designated 3 paid faculty
members and a program administrator to serve as mentors to
the NMLI Scholars during the summer academy, challenge
program, and throughout the Scholar’s academic career.
Mentors are intended to become a major component of the
scholar’s support network over the 5 year life of the NMLI
program and will play a key role in shaping their academic,
internship, and career decisions.
UNM President
Robert Frank
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Signing the NMLI partnership agreement
SUPPORTING ORGANIZATIONS
In addition to financial, administrative and faculty support from the University of New Mexico
and New Mexico State University, NMLI has cultivated relationships with New Mexico businesses,
foundations, and individuals who, like NMLI, are
dedicated to fully realizing the potential of New
Mexico’s youth through leadership training, career
guidance and professional development.
These organizations include:
• Private business throughout New Mexico
• Government agencies (local and state)
• Non-Profits
• Foundations
• Endowments
• Cultural Organizations
There are several ways for individuals, corporations, and other entities to become involved in
NMLI, ranging from financial commitments to
participation in the students’ educational and professional development.
FINANCIAL SPONSORSHIP
Future of New Mexico Endowment Fund
$30,000+
The Future of New Mexico Endowment Fund will
provide long-term stability to the NMLI program
enabling NMLI to continue building an educated
and skilled workforce for New Mexico.
Sponsor One Scholar $15,000+
As a Senior Level sponsor your commitment of
support will insure a full scholarship for one New
FINANCIAL SUPPORT
Mexico student. The $15,000 scholarship will be
A long-term commitment of support from New released by NMLI to the University of attendance
Mexicans and New Mexico businesses will secure over a four-year period.
the longevity of the NMLI program. Your support
will benefit the state by creating an educated and Junior Level Commitment $10,000+
skilled workforce capable of meeting the future
needs of New Mexico’s economy.
Freshman Level Commitment $5000+
As a Junior Level or Freshman Level sponsor, your
Each year NMLI accepts up to 30 high school stu- commitment of support will provide a partial
dents into its class of Scholars. As demonstrated scholarship for one New Mexico student.
by our curriculum, the goal of NMLI is to provide each Scholar with the power of knowledge, WORKFORCE PARTNER
the insight of leadership, and the belief that they In addition to providing scholarship opportunican make a difference in their communities. Our ties, the mission of NMLI is to provide New Mexsponsors are crucial partners in the continued suc- ico with a loyal, dedicated and skilled work force.
cess of NMLI.
NMLI’s internship program is designed to align
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the career aspirations and educational background of the Scholar with businesses that are committed to
developing our emerging workforce. We encourage you to become a NMLI Workforce Partner and to
commit to helping these Scholars gain real world experience in a business environment.
Becoming a Work Force Partner is simple:
• Provide an internship description (we will balance the Scholar’s learning goals with the specific
work the organization needs completed)
• Commit to a minimum of 6 weeks and no less than 30 hours per week
• Provide constructive feedback at the conclusion of the internship
We thank you for your support of NMLI’s scholarship program. Together we will make it possible for
NMLI scholars to learn leadership skills, participate in their communities, and participate in internships which will open doors to a world of opportunity.
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