The Academic Advancement Program, known on the UCLA campus as AAP, is the nation's largest university-based student diversity program. AAP has enjoyed a tradition of academic excellence at UCLA for nearly 40 years. As the director of AAP and associate vice provost for student diversity, I am privileged to provide leadership for the innovative programs available to more than 5,600 UCLA undergraduates from diverse populations who have been historically underserved by higher education. These groups include first-generation college students, students from low-income families, and students from underrepresented populations. AAP promotes academic achievement and excellence through academic advising, collaborative learning workshops, mentoring to prepare for graduate studies and professional schools, summer bridge programs for entering freshmen and transfer students, and scholarships for our students. I am excited and encouraged by the gifted and talented students in AAP. I look forward to working with you during your academic career at UCLA.