Welcome to the Facilitator Application Form for the College Program on Islam (CPOI) 2026. We are seeking dedicated individuals to volunteer as participant Facilitators for this transformative program. Role Overview The CPOI Facilitator plays an important role in assisting the Lead Faculty and National Program Director in creating a camp environment that fosters critical thinking and deep inquiry. Working directly with participants, facilitators will help participants engage in meaningful dialogue with our scholars and other participants, and ensure participants engage deeply with program content while feeling supported throughout their journey. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and be atleast 26 years of age. Ideal candidates should demonstrate a passion for the academic study of Islam, and/or be pursuing a Master's Degree in Islamic Studies. As a facilitator, your role will encompass three key areas. First, you will help create an intellectual environment where participants can examine their perspectives through thoughtful questioning, ensuring a safe space for challenging discussions while maintaining academic rigor. Second, you will lead daily small-group "pod time" sessions, developing critical reflection questions specific to each day's content and collecting valuable participant feedback. Finally, you will provide essential program support by ensuring participant engagement, maintaining a supportive presence, and fostering community bonds among participants. Throughout all aspects of your role, you will work closely with distinguished academic scholars and program leadership to create an enriching experience for all participants. Program Dates This year's program will be held from July 18th to July 25th, 2026 at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. Facilitators are required to arrive on July 16th, 2026 for orientation and training, and should plan departures for the evening of July 25th, 2026 from Atlanta, GA. Location The program will be held at Emory University in Atlanta, GA. While field trips in and around Atlanta will be arranged, the majority of the program will be held at the University. Application Dates The Application period will commence on January 19th, 2026. The Application deadline is February 8th, 2026. Interviews will take place soon after the application deadline Pre-Program Commitment Selected facilitators will be required to: - Complete assigned readings prior to the trainings (500+ pages) - Participate in one mandatory orientation session - Participate in two mandatory virtual training sessions - Attend onsite training + orientation on July 17th, 2026 For More Information If you have any questions regarding the facilitator role at CPOI, please visit our website at https://collegeprogramonislam.org or contact us at [email protected].
Please note, this Facilitators must be at least 26 years old by the time camp begins.
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