A similar but different program, [https://www.unf.edu/cass/ Community Alliance for Student Success (CASS)], is a program and community that was created to serve traditionally underrepresented students. Students are paired with experienced minority members, including industry leaders and local business owners to learn about job opportunities and network in Jacksonville. </div>
A regional source that UNF interacts with in order to provide a financial opportunity to students is [https://www.floridastudentfinancialaidsg.org/ Bright Futures], which is a merit- and service-based scholarship awarded to students by the state of Florida for their academic achievement and community involvement during their high school years. UNF also recognizes that financial assistance is one of the biggest barriers to students completing a four-year degree and offers [https://scholarshipwww.law.cornellunf.edu/cilj/vol27/iss2/1sg/ scholarships.html Competitive and Decentralized Scholarships] promoted through their Student Government.
Additionally, through [https://unf.joinhandshake.com/login Handshake], the official career and internship platform of UNF, and [https://www.unf.edu/careerservices/ Career Services], students can browse internships and jobs to connect with opportunities online. This can be done generally or sorted into opportunities within your field/ major/ college. Handshake can also be used for networking and professional development.