The College of LAS believes strongly in the value of diversity, community, academic scholarship, and excellence, as well as educational and professional mentorship. These fundamental tenets are embedded in the fabric of AAP. AAP alumni and friends can have an important impact on our students by supporting the program through gifts of time and money. Time and talent Become an alumni ambassador and help guide our students to success. You can help by doing the following: Keep your contact information up to date Attend alumni events Speak on campus Share your story through video or print Host a dinner or networking party Recruit students to work at your company Provide students with internships Email the AAP office to get involved now. Financial support Your financial support provides AAP students meaningful access to educational opportunities outside the classroom. Please consider investing in our students. LAS Access and Achievement Annual Fund By contributing to the LAS Access and Achievement Annual Fund, you support high impact initiatives such as study abroad, research fellowships, and a variety of co-curricular and honor conferences. Your contribution also supports scholarships and course development. Fund ID11337153 Gift Amounts50025010050 Robert M. Copeland Undergraduate Assistance Fund for Current Use Prior to his service as the associate dean for the Student Academic Affairs Office, Robert M. Copeland served as LAS assistant dean with the Access and Achievement Program. During his tenure, Copeland was a leader in academic affairs. He is revered as a pioneer in the field of access and educational opportunities. This fund was established following his retirement in 2001 to assist students in AAP who have a financial emergency. It provides funding for AAP students who might not otherwise be able to register for the upcoming term. Fund ID11333436 Gift Amounts50025010050 JoAnn F. Hodges Fund For over 30 years in her capacity as a staff associate and later as assistant dean of the Access and Achievement program, JoAnn F. Hodges provided structure, progressive leadership, compassion, and an overwhelming commitment to quality student services. While all of our students benefited from her sage policy development, implementation, and guidance, she left indelible footprints in the area of academic support for our students in the STEM fields. This fund was established following her retirement in 2003 to support students in AAP in STEM studies. Fund ID11337152 Gift Amounts50025010050 Ronald L. Woolfolk Fund For many years, Ronald L. Woolfolk's name was synonymous with the Transition Program. Both he and the program believed in providing students who would not otherwise seek admissions to a research one institution meaningful access, developing a strong academic foundation, encouraging self-confidence and advocacy skills, and establishing a nurturing environment whereby retention and graduation were the guiding principles. Woolfork built a culture of academic excellence. This fund was established in 2015 to support AAP students' participation in academic and/or educational enrichment endeavors. Fund ID11337154 Gift Amounts50025010050 To make a gift, select the amount for the fund(s) you wish to support, then click the “Continue” button below. You will be directed to the University of Illinois Foundation’s secure online giving site for your personal and credit card information. To clear all inputs and selections click "Start over." LAS Access and Achievement Annual Fund By contributing to the LAS Access and Achievement Annual Fund, you support high impact initiatives such as study abroad, research fellowships, and a variety of co-curricular and honor conferences. Your contribution also supports scholarships and course development. Gift amount forLAS Access and Achievement Annual Fund $500 $250 $100 $50 $0 Other $ Robert M. Copeland Undergraduate Assistance Fund for Current Use Prior to his service as the associate dean for the Student Academic Affairs Office, Robert M. Copeland served as LAS assistant dean with the Access and Achievement Program. During his tenure, Copeland was a leader in academic affairs. He is revered as a pioneer in the field of access and educational opportunities. This fund was established following his retirement in 2001 to assist students in AAP who have a financial emergency. It provides funding for AAP students who might not otherwise be able to register for the upcoming term. Gift amount forRobert M. Copeland Undergraduate Assistance Fund for Current Use $500 $250 $100 $50 $0 Other $ JoAnn F. Hodges Fund For over 30 years in her capacity as a staff associate and later as assistant dean of the Access and Achievement program, JoAnn F. Hodges provided structure, progressive leadership, compassion, and an overwhelming commitment to quality student services. While all of our students benefited from her sage policy development, implementation, and guidance, she left indelible footprints in the area of academic support for our students in the STEM fields. This fund was established following her retirement in 2003 to support students in AAP in STEM studies. Gift amount forJoAnn F. Hodges Fund $500 $250 $100 $50 $0 Other $ Ronald L. Woolfolk Fund For many years, Ronald L. Woolfolk's name was synonymous with the Transition Program. Both he and the program believed in providing students who would not otherwise seek admissions to a research one institution meaningful access, developing a strong academic foundation, encouraging self-confidence and advocacy skills, and establishing a nurturing environment whereby retention and graduation were the guiding principles. Woolfork built a culture of academic excellence. This fund was established in 2015 to support AAP students' participation in academic and/or educational enrichment endeavors. Gift amount forRonald L. Woolfolk Fund $500 $250 $100 $50 $0 Other $ Submit: Start over: Test Mode?Off Academics Student COVID-19 resources Academic policies and standing Academic Workshops Access and Achievement Program AAP honors AAP Ambassadors For faculty and academic partners Giving and support Advising and support College distinctions Dates and deadlines Departments, units, and programs Graduation Honors Program International programs LAS Lineup student newsletter Programs of study Scholarships Program Change Requests College of LAS Emergency Fund
LAS Access and Achievement Annual Fund By contributing to the LAS Access and Achievement Annual Fund, you support high impact initiatives such as study abroad, research fellowships, and a variety of co-curricular and honor conferences. Your contribution also supports scholarships and course development. Fund ID11337153 Gift Amounts50025010050
Robert M. Copeland Undergraduate Assistance Fund for Current Use Prior to his service as the associate dean for the Student Academic Affairs Office, Robert M. Copeland served as LAS assistant dean with the Access and Achievement Program. During his tenure, Copeland was a leader in academic affairs. He is revered as a pioneer in the field of access and educational opportunities. This fund was established following his retirement in 2001 to assist students in AAP who have a financial emergency. It provides funding for AAP students who might not otherwise be able to register for the upcoming term. Fund ID11333436 Gift Amounts50025010050
JoAnn F. Hodges Fund For over 30 years in her capacity as a staff associate and later as assistant dean of the Access and Achievement program, JoAnn F. Hodges provided structure, progressive leadership, compassion, and an overwhelming commitment to quality student services. While all of our students benefited from her sage policy development, implementation, and guidance, she left indelible footprints in the area of academic support for our students in the STEM fields. This fund was established following her retirement in 2003 to support students in AAP in STEM studies. Fund ID11337152 Gift Amounts50025010050
Ronald L. Woolfolk Fund For many years, Ronald L. Woolfolk's name was synonymous with the Transition Program. Both he and the program believed in providing students who would not otherwise seek admissions to a research one institution meaningful access, developing a strong academic foundation, encouraging self-confidence and advocacy skills, and establishing a nurturing environment whereby retention and graduation were the guiding principles. Woolfork built a culture of academic excellence. This fund was established in 2015 to support AAP students' participation in academic and/or educational enrichment endeavors. Fund ID11337154 Gift Amounts50025010050
