The Institute for the Development and Education of Asian American Leadership (IDEAAL) is a student-directed year-long developmental institute tailored for freshmen. With a focus on the beneficial role of social networks and the value of cultural identity an social change leadership. IDEAAL fosters opportunities to develop a sense of belonging on campus, increased insight into self, and development of leadership skills. The institute also serves as a discussion forum focused on a multitude of social issues and how they impact the Asian American/Asian Pacific Islander Desi American community.
IDEAAL Members:
Members of IDEAAL consist of directors, mentors, and mentees. Mentors are upperclassmen who have completed the IDEAAL program as mentees and have an authentic interest in Asian American student growth and development. Mentees are freshmen and are selected to go through the year-long program dealing with issues of identity, leadership, and culture as is pertains to Asian Americans. Directors serve as the leadership of IDEAAL and facilitate the specifics of the program throughout the year.
"You cannot change any society unless you take responsibility for it, unless you see yourself as belonging to it and responsible for changing it" - Grace Lee Boggs, Asian American Social Activist
