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The Inclusion, Access, and Success committee works with educational partners statewide to identify needs of underrepresented populations. The Committee promotes and develops programs to educate the underrepresented students about post-secondary options and assist with their transition.
L.E.A.P. - Leading & Excelling, Academically & Professionally
A leadership conference for underrepresented freshmen, sophomores, and juniors in Iowa
L.E.A.P. empowers underrepresented students to understand the life-long rewards that come from achieving academic success and pursuing higher education. Participants will attend breakout sessions designed to encourage and equip students to focus on leadership, academics, work ethic, teamwork, the importance of being a positive role model, and positioning themselves for success in high school and beyond.
Freddy Miranda Access Scholarship
Application Process Opens February 1, 2026
Freddy Miranda was someone who was giving of his time, cared for others, and had a desire to improve the world. It is our hope to honor Freddy’s memory by choosing scholarship recipients that embody similar qualities and characteristics.
Freddy Miranda Access Scholarship will be awarded based on financial need, good character, honesty, and citizenship. Selection is made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, disability or national origin. Four $1,000 scholarships will be awarded.
The deadline to apply for the Freddy Miranda Access Scholarship is March 1. Students must be attending a high school or college that is a member of Iowa ACAC (as of March 1), and their chosen college must be an Iowa ACAC member.
 Freddy Miranda made a lasting impact on hundreds of students during his work in higher education across Iowa. Freddy served in admissions roles at Central College, the University of Northern Iowa, Iowa State University, and Indian Hills Community College. He was tragically killed in an automobile accident in Honduras on March 8, 2016, while serving as Director of International Affairs for IHCC.
College Knowledge Glossary
The College Knowledge Glossary provides students with terminology they may hear throughout their college search and enrollment process. Iowa ACAC has translated the document into English, French and Spanish so students can include their family members in their decision process more easily.
Iowa ACAC recognizes that terminology used at each institution may be different and confusing for students. Being a first-generation student can be stressful and challenging and our hope is that this glossary of terms can assist students to have a better understanding to remove barriers and increase college access.
Inclusion, Access and Success Committee
Jasmine Washington, Cornell College, Chair
Juanita Zavala, Indian Hills Community College
Gabriel Hernandez Acosta, Mount Mercy University
Allison Peach, Waterloo East HS
Kisha Smith, Waterloo Career Center
Leslie Garcia, University of Northern Iowa
Nicholas De Leon, Western Iowa Tech CC
Joel Johnson, Drake University
Want to be involved? Email [email protected] or complete the Lend a Hand form!
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