Graduate Associate Program (GAP)

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The NASPA Graduate Associate Program (GAP) is an initiative to increase leadership opportunities of graduate students within NASPA.

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WHAT IS GAP?

The benefits of becoming a NASPA GAP are numerous. Aside from becoming more knowledgeable about your professional association and networking with other graduate students, all NASPA GAPs will receive recognition on the NASPA website and the ability to apply to intern at NASPA's Annual Conference in Boston, MA.

 

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Initially envisioned by 2009 NASPA summer interns Jimmy Doan and Danielle Howard, the NASPA Graduate Associate Program (GAP) is an initiative to increase leadership opportunities of graduate students within NASPA. NASPA GAs work collaboratively with other GAs throughout the world to become another communication conduit for NASPA events, publications, and programs offerings within a campus community. Associates also have the opportunity to serve on an unofficial graduate student council, providing another perspective for NASPA student membership. 

Events

One of the best resources available to you is the wide range of professional development opportunities. This list contains both our “Hosted Events,” workshops and webinars that we plan and manage, and some “Related Events,” hosted by the NASPA Central Office or other NASPA Constituent Groups. To see a full listing of NASPA events, please see the Events page.

 

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Outreach programs across NASPA's member institutions are made possible through our team of Graduate Associates. Want to connect with NASPA? Feel free to use the directory to reach out to any of the members in our 2022-2023 Graduate Associate Program class!

Application Information

Position Description

The NASPA Graduate Associate (GA) provides leadership and outreach to their institution regarding all things NASPA. Primarily, the associate increases awareness and involvement within NASPA by providing updated information about programs, events, and resources to their fellow graduate students and other individuals interested in learning more about NASPA. GAPs serve as an unofficial graduate student council, providing another perspective for NASPA student membership. GAPs will also have the opportunity to apply to be an intern for the 2023 NASPA Annual Conference in Boston, MA.

To learn more about the responsibilities of GAPs, please view the position description.

Application Requirements
  • Must be an incoming or current graduate student pursuing a master's degree in student affairs, higher education, counseling, or a related field
  • Have an interest in learning about NASPA events, programs, and resources and be willing to disseminate information about NASPA to colleagues and peers
  • Must hold an active NASPA membership for the duration of the GAP term
Additional questions about the application process can be directed to Ke'Ana Bradley at [email protected].

 

The 2023 application is open. Priority application period ended July 31st. Final deadline is August 15, 2023. Application decisions will be communicated the week of August 21st.