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Fellowship Expectations

Because Fellows' interests vary so greatly, ACE seeks to foster individualized learning by providing only a broad outline for structuring the fellowship. Each Fellow then works out the specific details with his or her Nominator and Mentor(s) through the Learning Contract, which outlines goals and helps the interested parties to devise a program that will be meaningful for the Fellow and for the nominating and host institutions. Regular reports on the progress of the learning outlined in the Contract serve to document and assess the Fellow's experiences provide opportunities to update the Learning Contract based on new opportunities and other unforeseen changes as the Fellowship unfolds.

Every Fellow is expected to:

• Focus on the strategic issue jointly defined by the nominating institution and the Fellow.
• Engage in a Mentor/Fellow relationship with a college or university president and/or other senior administrators; participate in senior level decision-making meetings at the host institution; attend three week-long retreats and national conferences including the ACE Annual Meeting; and visit other campuses.
• Respect the confidentiality of all information learned at the host institution and at all institutions visited. 
• Study organizational structure and governance patterns.
• Observe how decisions are made, who makes them, and how leaders communicate their decisions. The focus is on the decision-making process rather than the content under consideration.
• Observe the leadership styles of the individuals in each major administrative division, their effectiveness, and how they interact with one another.
• Schedule regular meetings with Mentors to discuss specific questions, issues, or concerns. Fellows who provide their Mentors with an agenda in advance of a meeting help make effective use of valuable time.
• Complete assignments and projects in a timely manner.
• Return to the nominating institution for at least one year following the fellowship year.

Through this program, Fellows experience a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the day-to-day activities of their host institutions, develop sustained relationships with Mentor(s) and other administrators and faculty, and maximize learning opportunities.

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This page last updated on 05/03/2012