SPARK
What is SPARK?
The mission of the SPARK program centers the development and empowerment of undergraduate women identifying with underrepresented and historically marginalized racial/ethnic backgrounds. Through dialogue, self-reflection, and leadership development, participants are engaged in an immersive opportunity to establish community and be empowered to create positive social change.
The SPARK program consists of a retreat at the start of the Fall semester for undergraduate students in their first year at UNC. All interested students must submit an application to be considered to attend the SPARK retreat, as there are a limited number of spots available. SPARK is also classified as a Campus Life Experience (CLE).
Fall 2024 Kickoff Events:
Monday June 10 @ 9AM: Applications open in Heel Life: https://go.unc.edu/SPARKApp2024
Wednesday August 21 @ 5PM: Get to know SPARK!
Meet the SPARK Counselor team, interested applicants, and former participants from the SPARK program.
Thursday August 22 11am-2pm: Meet SPARK in the Pit!
Ask questions, meet the SPARK Counselors, and generally get to know more about SPARK!
Friday August 23 11am-2pm: Meet SPARK @ Pit Poppin Fridays
Ask questions, meet the SPARK Counselors, and generally get to know more about SPARK!
Monday August 26 5:30PM: Information Session, Carolina Union 3503
Learn more about general logistics, recommended packing lists, and SPARK retreat activities during an information session with SLL staff and SPARK Counselors.
Tuesday August 27 5:00PM: Information Session, Carolina Union 3503
Learn more about general logistics, recommended packing lists, and SPARK retreat activities during an information session with SLL staff and SPARK Counselors.
Friday August 30 9:00AM: APPLICATIONS DUE!
Fall 2024 Annual Retreat
When? Friday September 13 at 2:00pm-Sunday September 15 at 4:00pm
Where? Betsy-Jeff Penn 4H Camp, Reidsville, NC
*All retreat expenses, including transportation, lodging, and meals, are paid for, making this a completely free opportunity to students!
This program is designed to engage any student in dialogue and community building regardless of age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. We encourage individuals, regardless of gender, gender expression, gender identity, and sex to apply.