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We’ve got some fantastic opportunities to be engaged and earn Honors Points in this edition. In the next couple of months, we’ve got some exciting service opportunities, a fantastic celebration of Juneteenth, and a one-of-a-kind celebration of health and art in Gainesville! And, while you’re doing all of that great stuff in and out of town, take a moment to grab an Honors class and preserve your status!
Updates in this edition:
Honors Highlight: Keep your status: Register for Summer/Fall Classes
SF Foundation Scholarship Fall 2024 Application Deadline: June 15
UF@SF Center: Updated Summer UF Walk-In Advising Schedule
Love Gaming? Get in on the ground floor with SF’s new Game Dev Club
Dance Theatre Of Santa Fe Presents Student-Choreographed “Room To Dance” June 7-8, 2024
Join the Arts for Every Body One Nation/One Project
Celebrate Juneteenth with SF
Civic Engagement and Service: Sign up for Summer Service Trips
Remote and Virtual Volunteer Opportunities
The Cade Museum is Seeking Interns
Support fellow SF students by working with Project Saint
NASA Community College Aerospace Scholars is Accepting Applications!
Arts in Public Health Panels with NJPAC
Honors Highlight:
Get your Points - Sign Up for Classes Now
One of the best perks of joining the Honors Program is that you get to take classes that are fun, challenging, engaging, and interesting. Not only do they push you to challenge yourself and learn something new, but they also help you forge connections with Honors professors and students. Plus, it’s the easiest way to earn Honors Points and keep your status in the program. Not sure what to take? Check out a couple of “highlights” below.
Summer B: Art Appreciation - ARH1000, section BH2
Kick off or continue your Honors journey in just a few weeks, with Art Appreciation. ARH1000 is a fascinating exploration of the visual arts throughout history and across cultures. Discover the stories behind famous masterpieces, learn to analyze different artistic styles, and develop a deeper understanding and appreciation for the power of art. Whether you're an art enthusiast or simply curious, this course will open your eyes to a whole new world of creativity and expression. For more information, reach out to Professor Stepp.
Fall: Calculus I - MAC2311/MAC2311L, Section 0H1
Calculus I (MAC2311) is your gateway to understanding the fundamental principles of calculus, a powerful tool used in fields ranging from engineering to economics. A fantastic fit for Honors students, this course is designed to challenge and support you, whether you're a math whiz or just starting your calculus journey. Professor Mousel will guide you through the concepts of limits, derivatives, and integrals, with plenty of opportunities for practice and individualized help. By the end of the semester, you'll have a solid foundation in calculus and the confidence to tackle more advanced math courses. Want to learn more? Just email Professor Mousel.
Academic and Scholarship Opportunities
SF Foundation Scholarship Fall 2024 Application Deadline: June 15
Many generous donors contribute financially to several applications available at SF through the SF Foundation. Apply for multiple Foundation scholarships at once by completing the SF Foundation Scholarships Application by June 15, 2024.
UF@SF Center: Updated Summer UF Walk-In Advising Schedule
Are you planning to transfer to the University of Florida? Meet with a UF advisor in your area of study at the UF@SF Center on the SF main campus. Look below for a schedule of when UF advisors will be at SF This summer.
Love Gaming? Get in on the ground floor with SF’s new Game Dev Club
5 Points for Club Membership
Hey, SF students! Are you interested in expanding your creative portfolio? If so, we're calling all programmers, artists, musicians/audio designers, and writers to develop a video game. What visionary idea have you been waiting for and wanting to create? Collaborate as a team and learn industry-level software to create just that! Join the SF Game Dev club to get involved and begin this ultimate creative experience! Whether you’re a seasoned programmer, practiced artist, or you just like video games, get in touch with Jaxson Christie (jaxson.christie@go.sfcollege.edu) to learn more!
Cultural Opportunities
Dance Theatre Of Santa Fe Presents Student-Choreographed “Room To Dance” June 7-8, 2024
5 Honors Points for event attendance
Students in the Dance Theatre of Santa Fe will present the student-choreographed audience favorite “Room to Dance” at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, June 7 and 8, 2024, in the Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall at the Northwest Campus of Santa Fe College (SF), 3000 NW 83 Street, Gainesville. A question-and-answer “talkback” between the audience and the student choreographers will follow each performance.
Tickets are $15 for adults; $9 for seniors, students, military service members and children 12 and under; and free for SF students, faculty, and staff with college ID cards. Tickets are available from the Fine Arts Hall box office at 352-395-4181 or online from Showpass at: showpass.com/room-to-dance-3.
Join the Arts for Every Body One Nation/One Project
1 Honors Point per Hour of Involvement
How can we build healthier communities, as people, as artists, as friends, as a country? In Arts for Every Body’s “One Nation/One Project,” hundreds of artists working together in 18 cities—including Gainesville—across America are going to find out.
Learn more about the Project and what will be going on in Gainesville on July 27 for the event..
Celebrate Juneteenth with SF
5 Honors Points for event attendance
Join the Santa Fe College Association of Black Faculty and Staff for our annual Juneteenth Celebration on Tuesday, June 18th, from noon to 8 p.m. at the Blount Center!
This vibrant event will honor the journey to freedom with:
Delicious food trucks
Arts and crafts vendors
Educational historical tours
Engaging youth activities
Informative booths about SF programs
Live entertainment throughout the day
Don't miss the Gospel Extravaganza at 6:30 p.m., featuring talented community members.
Volunteer Opportunities
Civic Engagement and Service: Sign up for Summer Service Trips
1 Honors Point per Hour of Service
CES is offering service experiences around our community on Fridays throughout the summer! These service projects are a great way to experience different volunteer settings and meet students who share an interest in serving our community. Transportation to off-campus sites is provided.
Haven Hospice Attic Resale Store
June 7th from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Ichetucknee Springs State Park
June 14th from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Bread of the Mighty Food Bank
June 21st from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Rebuilding Together North Central Florida
July 12th from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Partnership for Strong Families Back to School Drive
July 19th from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Kanapaha Botanical Gardens
July 26th from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
You must sign up in advance to participate in these service projects – space is limited! To sign up, email sarah.blanc@sfcollege.edu. To participate, you must:
Remote and Virtual Volunteer Opportunities
1 Honors Point per Hour of Service
Are you looking for volunteer hours, but have a hard time finding something that fits your schedule and availability? Thanks to the SF Office for Civic Engagement and Service, there are many opportunities to get engaged virtually and provide service from home or an SF computer!
Pre-Professional Opportunities
Education
The Cade Museum is Seeking Interns
The Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention strives to provide a workplace that promotes creativity and invention at its core. They are looking for interns that have a passion for creating meaningful experiences for guests and students. Current available opportunities include STEAM education, events, marketing and outreach, administration and finance, and podcasting. If you have any questions, please email info@cademuseum.org.
Education
Support fellow SF students by working with Project Saint
30 Honors points per semester of employment
STEM
NASA Community College Aerospace Scholars is Accepting Applications!
The NCAS application period is open now through 11:59 p.m. CDT on June 10, 2024! NCAS wants to connect SF students to NASA and provide opportunities for community college students to participate in activities following STEM pathways.
About NCAS: Uses NASA’s unique expertise, research, facilities, and other resources to engage students in authentic and experiential learning. NCAS makes connections between students’ degree programs and NASA career opportunities, while motivating students to participate in other NASA activities, internships, competitions, and challenges. NCAS encourages students from STEM and non-STEM majors to apply.
Secure your spot! Join NASA Community College Aerospace Scholars (NCAS) Mission 1: Discover, the first step in your NASA story.
Application Deadline: Today through 11:59 p.m. CDT on June 10, 2024!
More Info: NCAS website or by joining an information session below.
Pre-Health
Arts in Public Health Panels with NJPAC
5 Honors Points per Panel Attended
Join the New Jersey Performing Arts Center for "Creative Pathways: Arts, Health, and Innovation in NJ," a series of FREE virtual panel discussions with artists, activists, and experts during June. These panels will explore innovative, arts-based approaches to pressing health issues like food security, maternal health, and health equity. Register today for the panel discussions!