Rigor & Engagement

The quality of the program is dependent on:

• Full Attendance & Active Engagement: Four days of immersive learning and participation. Partial attendance is not allowed.
• Pre-Program Preparation: Completion of approximately 30 hours of required pre-reading materials.

This preparation and engagement are necessary to ensure that participants get the most from and contribute fully to the program.

Lodging & Travel Logistics

All lodging, meals, and travel expenses to and from the program will be covered, and participants are expected to stay in the lodging provided on campus for the duration of the program.

Pre- and Post-Program Timeline

• Pre-Program (March – April): Connect with your city cohort and program faculty via a virtual orientation in March, followed by an in-person cohort gathering and alumni reception in April. Complete approximately 30 hours of required pre-reading before arriving on campus in May.
• Program (May): Participate in the four-day immersive learning experience on campus.
• Post-Program (June  – September & Beyond): Reconvene for a virtual debrief call in June to advance your Minimum Viable Benefit (MVB) project (optional), followed by ongoing touchpoints through September with an optional project presentation. Additional network connection continue beyond September.