UNF Independent Study

In 2002, a unique and vital partnership was established between the University of North Florida, Department of Art and Student Design, and Art With A Heart For Children. By creating a Directed Independent Study course, both institutions have a bridge connecting us to the community we serve. Students are carefully chosen based on their artistic integrity, emotional maturity, and interpersonal skills. These students complete a hospital orientation and training, go through medical and background checks, and are expected to perform within the hospital policies and procedures.

"There has never been a student who has not lived up to the expectations and standards required by our program, nor have I ever heard of a student whose life and artistic perspective was not altered as a result of this experience." -- Lori Guadagno

We are proud to make this very unique opportunity, providing real world experience to students in our community. The importance of art in the field of healthcare is dramatically changing, and we are pleased to be a part of this progressive shift. As a result of this program, many more children are able to participate in our program.

For more information about Art With A Heart For Children, please contact
us at 904-202-2689, or e-mail info@artwithaheart.info.

A few interns share their personal experience:

 “It was an extremely enriching experience that gave me a chance to use
my artistic skills to reach out to others.” -- Jessica

 “This program does wonderful, helpful, natural healing process for the pediatric patients at Wolfson.” -- Kezia

 “The most meaningful part for me has been witnessing the need for programs like Art with a Heart.” -- Megan

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