Humanities Engagement Scholars

Program Overview

The Humanities Engagement Scholars (HES) program enables undergraduate students to participate in the humanities across campus and in different communities. This program is open to undergraduate students from all majors. As a part of the program, students will complete courses in the humanities as well as participate in the planning, preparation, and/or execution of humanities events at UF, in Gainesville, and beyond. Students who complete the Humanities Engagement Scholars program will be honored with special cords for graduation and certificates of recognition.

Application

Applications for HES are accepted on a rolling basis.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit a 150-200 word proposal statement. Topics for the statement should address why you are interested in becoming a Humanities Engagement Scholar and answer the following questions – What are the humanities?, Why do they matter in the world and to you?, and What is your personal interest in engaging with the humanities?

Learn more about Humanities Engagement Scholars (PDF)

For questions, please contact humanities-center@ufl.edu.

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Humanities Engagement Scholar Application

Student Name (First name, last name)*
Year/Class Standing (First year, second year)*
Anticipated Graduate Date (month year)*
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Major*
Minor*
UF Email Address*
Statement of Interest*
Explain in 150-200 words or less why you are interested in becoming a Humanities Engagement Scholar. Please make sure that you address the following three points: What are the humanities? Why do they matter in the world and to you? What is your personal interest in engaging with the humanities?
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