PURPOSE To provide students from diverse underrepresented backgrounds with an opportunity to gain experience in various fields within intercollegiate athletics. Our goal is to educate and prepare future athletics leaders to transition into professional roles. We chart a path to greater opportunities by: Providing an invaluable experience which leads to opportunities in athletic administration. Creating a pipeline for Graduate Assistants to continue their careers in athletic administration. Diversifying the field of candidates in athletics administration. Cultivating a community of excellence by preparing future leaders to embrace principles of inclusion within their work. QUALIFICATIONS Be accepted and enrolled full time (9 hours) in one of