Lilly Program
Sophomore QUEST
Denison's Vocational Discernment Program
QUESTION your direction,
KNOW where you stand,
PLAN to BE.
What is Quest?
The fourth QUEST program was held in October, 2007 for the class of 2010. Fifty-four sophomores participated in this program which is designed to help students reflect on their vocational aspirations. Working with older students, staff, and a motivational speaker, QUEST encourages participants to think creatively about their personal, professional and civic lives!
The program takes place early in the fall semester, and will be held on Sept. 5-7, 2008 at Salt Fork Conference Center for the Class of 2011.
What's in it for me?
- Reflect on your interests, academic majors and future goals
- Participate in small group discussions about vocational and career interests
- Interact with other Sophomores, older students, faculty, staff and alumni
- Great Off-Campus Resort Location
- Goal-Setting and Future Planning
When & Where is Quest?
September 5-7, 2008, at Salt Fork Resort and Conference Center (Cambridge, Ohio...about 90 minutes away from campus).
Dr. John Hammock, Denison '68, QUEST 2007 Motivational Speaker
Motivational Speaker: A unique facet of QUEST! The Motivational Speaker will lead discussions on self-exploration and values clarification and share insights with us. Dr. John Hammock,'68, was president of Oxfam America from 1984-95 and is an associate professor in humanitarian aid at the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University.
~Class of 2010
From the Class of 2007...
"Quest was the perfect way to start my sophomore year. I was unsure of what I wanted to major in, but Quest settled my fears. The deep self-reflection and intense group work helped me understand myself better; through Quest I discovered more of who I am, and what ultimately I want to do with my life. It was a fabulous experience and I would recommend it to everyone."
--Evan Starr '07
"Quest allowed me to explore my personal interests, academic major and future career goals in a positive and fun environment. Through my interactions with other Denison sophomores, I realized that I am not alone. Other students are facing the same obstacles and decision-making problems too."
--Jenna Walters '07
"I really enjoyed hearing the questions and careers that my classmates were considering. It was reassuring to know that other people had the same questions that I did. The trip provided a quiet and reflective space to consider who I was and how I had changed since I came to college. It was fun to meet new people and spend time hanging out too!"
--Laurel Symes '07
Co-sponsored by:
Career Services
Center for Service Learning
Counseling & Health Services
Office of First Year Programs
Office of Religious Life
Academic Support and Enrichment Center