PROGRAM INFORMATION:

Scope:
1. To help students learn about different leadership styles through discussion and activities.
2. Students get exposure to leadership by hearing from local, campus, and community leaders.
3. Students will build a portfolio of demonstrated leadership experience through their involvement in volunteer and paid work opportunities.

Student Responsibilities:
1. Participate in on and off campus activities, volunteer opportunities, Fall – new student check-in, sporting events, Spirit Life, Ambassador work, or other opportunities presented.
2. Attend all Leadership Program pre-scheduled meetings.
3. Dedicate a minimum of 12 hours per month, to include: Leadership Meeting time, Volunteer Activity time, or any other trackable Leadership opportunity participated in. It is the students responsibility to keep track of activity and document participation thoroughly.
4. Students are encouraged to continually seek mentorship from someone they look up to or admire.
5. Additionally, the Leadership students are encouraged to consistently try and help others, their peers, and community.

By the end of the program, students will be able to:
1. Clearly articulate the experience in the program and describe key takeaways learned.
2. Have a much better understanding of their own Leadership capabilities.
3. Be confident in applying for, and successfully gaining employment when the time comes.
4. Continually be inspired, seek mentoring, and help others on their journey.

Doug Doran is excited to be joining the OUAZ family as the Coordinator of Leadership Development.

He began his career and education with the goal of learning business. Doug has both a Bachelors and Masters Degree in Business Administration, and has been leading teams as a Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management this past ten years at both private and public higher education institutions. After studying, developing, and honing his leadership skills for much of his career he is happy to bring his knowledge and experience to the Leadership students of OUAZ. When he is not working, Doug spends his time traveling, exploring the mountains, wilderness, camping, fishing, and playing guitar.

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Why participate in OUAZ's newly formed Marching Band?

• Play an active role in shaping the culture here at OUAZ! 
• Take part in the Inaugural year of the band programs! 
• Participate in EVERY Football GAME at OUAZ  
• Represent OUAZ community events! 
• Lead the way for future members of the band programs! 

About the Director:     

Come join, Michaela Rademacher, our new Director of Bands!  OUAZ’s newest staff member, she goes by "Rad" and is looking forward to building a marching band here at OUAZ!                                                       

Originally from Whittier, California (L.A. County), she attended San Jose State University for two years and then transferred to BYU-I. In both of these Universities, she was heavily involved in the music education programs, ranging from brass quintet, symphony orchestra, jazz band, marching band to early childhood music education, and voice pedagogy.  

During her time at SJSU, she became a pledged member of Mu Phi Epsilon. During the school year, she was an active member of the SJSU marching band and pep band.  During the summers, she was a member of Santa Clara Vanguard (2004 and 2005), shaping her marching career. 

Mrs. Rademacher has been a teacher in the Dysart Unified School District for the last 10 years. She and the band at Willow Canyon HS have competed steadily throughout her time there as Director of Bands. She has hosted and competed in ABODA, AzMBA, WGAZ and WGI circuits. She has acted as Band Director for the WIllow Canyon High School Marching Band, Willow Canyon Wind Ensemble, Willow Canyon Jazz Band, DUSD Theatre Band Director, Convergence Indoor Percussion and Convergence Winterguard.

She is married to her amazing husband of 13 years and they have a dog named Ahsoka Tano. She is very much looking forward to the next part of her journey here at OUAZ!  

The OUAZ Theater Program allows students to hone their skills in the performing arts, both onstage and off, and prepares them for a professional career in the entertainment industry. Our inclusive program encourages personal self-growth and branding, understanding the ins and outs of the industry, introduction to a multitude of departments (costuming, directing, producing, public relations, distribution, etc.) across the breadth of the entertainment industry, and mastery of performance. By partnering with local theaters, and mentorship with industry professionals, our musical theater program creates the future of Hollywood, Broadway, and beyond.

Led by 2019 Conference Coach of the Year, Ed Cruz, the OUAZ wrestling teams are looking for wrestlers who are serious about continuing their wrestling careers. Student-athletes must be prepared for the demands of academics, practice, and competition. Both the men’s and the women’s teams are members of the National Collegiate Wrestling Association and compete at events alongside NAIA and NCAA athletes as well. Home matches are held in Faith Arena; this state-of-the-art facility is fully equipped with the latest in sound, video, and wireless technology. The OUAZ wrestling teams typically travel to matches and tournaments in Arizona, California, Nevada, Texas, and Utah.