UNF Quest Scholarship Program

I am writing on behalf of the University of North Florida’s Intercultural Center for PEACE (ICP), which provides support services and personal growth for traditionally underrepresented students and collaborates with the UNF community to create a just campus. 

I am writing to you today to invite your 2016 graduates who will be attending UNF in the coming school year to apply to our Quality for the Ultimate Educational Success Today (QUEST) Program. QUEST is a year-long experience of academic and personal development for underrepresented incoming college freshmen at the University of North Florida. QUEST aims to ease the transition from high school to college by helping students acclimate to the academic and social aspects of college life.

Please find the program details, eligibility requirements, and application information below. We would so appreciate if you would share this transformational opportunity with your students who are eligible. We have also sent direct invitations to all eligible admitted students for summer and fall 2016. Please do not hesitate to be in touch if you have any further questions.

QUEST Intensive (June 15 – July 1, 2016)

QUEST begins with an intensive two-and-a-half-week orientation to the University, which includes:

·         Building skills essential to college success, including English, Math, Computer, and Study Skills

·         Becoming familiar with university services and resources

·         Learning about opportunities for involvement in campus life and student activities

·         Connecting with other incoming and returning UNF students, including a UNF peer mentor

·         *Please note that housing is not included in the Intensive

QUEST Intensive 2016 Dates:

June 15 - July 1, 2016 (Monday through Friday) 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

QUEST and Beyond (Ongoing)

QUEST participants meet regularly throughout the academic year to build community, develop leadership and personal skills, and receive ongoing support in their first year of college. The Spring Semester will culminate with a First Year Capstone, in which the group will celebrate their accomplishments in their first year.

Students who complete the program are eligible for a $500 scholarship. ICP understands that the transition from high school to college can be challenging, and we have heard from many past participants that QUEST has been beneficial as they adjust to this new environment.

The eligibility requirements of the program are as follows:

•        Be formally admitted to the University of North Florida for Summer B or Fall 2016 as a first-time incoming college freshman

•        Be a resident of the State of Florida

•        Identify as a student of color or other under-represented group

•        Be available for the entire duration of the program June 15- July 1, 2016

•        Be able and willing to participate in ongoing development and mentoring throughout the year

•        Submit all application materials

Application & Deadline

The application and accompanying materials are due to the Intercultural Center for PEACE (attn: Naomi Karp) by Friday, May 20^th. You can find the application attached to this e-mail or on our website at www.unf.edu/icp/QUEST_Program.aspx. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at (904) 620-2475 or naomi.karp@unf.edu. 

I look forward to hearing from you regarding the QUEST program and meeting you on campus soon.

Sincerely,

Naomi Karp, MA

Coordinator, Intercultural Center for PEACE

University of North Florida

T: (904)620-2842 | F: (904)620-3870

naomi.karp@unf.edu