First Layman Endowment winner credits experiences that fostered career path
“It’s our community, and I feel very proud to be a part of it and to be able to help. I’ve built my skills as someone who speaks Spanish and English," says Elisa Jenks.
The Jaguar Jumpstart Program (JJSP) presents a unique enrollment pathway, tailored to support students in maximizing their potential as they embark on their collegiate journey. It's more than just an enrollment opportunity; it's a commitment to ensuring every student's successful transition from high school into college life!
As a Jaguar Jumpstart Student, you will receive:
Jaguar Jumpstart Program
Summerville Campus
Suite 331
706-667-4412
706-667-4706
Benefits of participating in Jaguar Jumpstart
Explore the local community through volunteering at local non-profits, visiting cultural and historical sites.
Participate in workshops to explore your academic options and develop a stronger sense of purpose to support your successful transition from high school to college.
First-year students who are interested in participating in JJSP should:
An invitation to Augusta University Orientation, information about Housing, Financial Aid facts, and fee payment information will be mailed to you as confirmation of your reservation in the Jaguar Jumpstart Program.
“It’s our community, and I feel very proud to be a part of it and to be able to help. I’ve built my skills as someone who speaks Spanish and English," says Elisa Jenks.
“I want them to do something that they can actually put on their resumes and have a chance to work on a public history project," says Melissa DeVelvis, PhD.
"For a student’s first time looking in the microscope, everything looks the same, so it was more like giving them an idea of what we see,” says Juan Manuel Ramiro Diaz, PhD.
“This group had no ego, just talent, heart and hustle. They built something bigger than themselves," says A.B. Osborne.