Expectations
The Scholar is expected to approach each experience offered by the hosts with discipline, enthusiasm, and an open mind. Certain experiences may require considerable independent study or specialized training courses in order for the Scholar to be a safe and contributory participant. In all cases, the goal is to provide an opportunity for meaningful involvement and hands-on learning - not just observation. This requires the flexibility to cope gracefully with expedition-style living conditions and considerable travel in order to take full advantage of the available opportunities.
During the year, the Scholar is required to keep diving and personal logs and to capture video and photographic images which chronicle personal impressions of their experiences. At the end of the year, the Scholar is expected to engage in an evaluation of his or her educational and career goals. This self-evaluation, along with a chronology of the year of activities, is reflected in a required final report to the Board of Directors as well as in one or more audiovisual presentations given by the Scholar during the annual conference.