Graduate Attribute Plan

The Graduate Attribute Plan (GAP) is a student development and engagement program that addresses the key components of the undergraduate experience, incorporating the Graduate Attributes defined by the University.

It focuses on maintaining students' engagement as they approach graduation and is designed to adapt to the needs of students during each year of undergraduate study. GAP employs a holistic approach to student life, with programming delivered by both professional and student leaders. Students can select from a menu of pre-planned activities and workshops, submit on and off-campus experiences for approval, and download co-curricular transcripts (accessible via ADU Groups) to track their progress. A participation report is issued, including membership of student clubs, and students are rewarded for their engagement at the end of each academic year.

Goals of the Graduate Development Program:

• To produce well-rounded and workforce-ready students
• To assist students with their transition into university and into the workforce
• To encourage participation and engagement both on campus and within the community
• To offer programming that is student-focused and driven
• To initiate and enhance relationships between students, faculty, staff, and peers
• To incorporate Graduate Attributes into existing courses and the design of departmental programming
• To empower students to design programming with assistance from staff