Become a Junior Director

Every year, the UACA selects high school students to represent the association as Junior Directors for twelve months starting in January of each year.

Junior Directors (JDs) are expected to participate in all community events sponsored by the UACA between January of their junior year through December of their senior year. High school juniors will be able to apply on this page when registration opens. Registration for the Class of 2027 will open the fall of 2026 - come back in September for more details.

Students chosen as a Junior Director in good standing may be awarded a $1,000 scholarship. Any scholarship awarded will be paid directly to the college, university, or institution on behalf of the student.

Applications are considered based upon service to their school and community, leadership, and communication skills. Students must complete an application and obtain one letter of recommendation from school (teachers, guidance counselors, coaches or administrators), places of worship, community leaders, or employers. The letter can be submitted at the time of application or emailed directly to jrdirector@uaca.org

Timeline for the Class of 2027:

Applications is available as of Thursday, October 1
Applications are due Saturday, October 31
A recruiting event for all applicants to learn more about the program will be held on Sunday, November 1 at 1:00PM at CoHatch on Lane Ave. (attendance is not required but heavily encouraged)
Interviews (if you are selected based on your application) will be held in person on Saturday, November 14, or Sunday, November 22, depending on candidate availability, at the Lane Road branch of the UA Library
A banquet welcoming the class of 2027 and celebrating the graduating class of 2026 will be Thursday, February 4, 2027

If you have any questions, please reach out to jrdirector@uaca.org

Application for 2027 consideration is below.

First name

Last name

Phone

High School

What do you enjoy the most about UACA events?

What activities are you involved with, both in and out of school?

What personal qualities or experiences would make you an outstanding Junior Director?

Tell us about your most recent volunteering experience. What did you learn from it, and how did it influence your perspective on service?

What is your T-Shirt Size (for UACA Apparel) - Unisex Sizing:

Letter of Recommendation

Attach a letter of recommendation from school (teachers, guidance counselors, coaches, or administrators), church, community leaders or employers. If your letter isn't available at time of application, leave this blank and send to jrdirector@uaca.org

If I have not attached letter of recommendation to this submission, I agree to submit by the deadline. I understand if I neglect to submit letters, my application will not be considered.

I am aware that if selected as JD, I will need to agree to the JD Code of Conduct.