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Robert and Yvonne Koob Fund for Student Community Engagement
The Leader
Robert D. Koob, UNI's eighth president, has been a leader in the Cedar Valley community as well as at the university. He has served numerous local organizations. He continually encourages Cedar Valley organizations and individuals to listen to one another and work together for the betterment of their community.
One of Bob's and Yvonne's most significant accomplishments has been to foster collaboration between UNI and organizations in the in the Cedar Valley. He has emphasized that the university not only has a responsibility to serve its home community, but also that the community can provide students and faculty rich resources for learning.
The Opportunity
To promote and perpetuate Bob's vision for community-university partnerships, we are seeking funds that will permanently support community engagement experiences.
The Challenge
To support the Koob Fund, the R.J. McElroy Trust offered a challenge grant that was matched by contributions from individuals and businesses. The Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust pledged support to start the program. Thanks to all who helped meet the challenge. Your ongoing support is greatly appreciated.
The Fund Provides:
- Awards for interns in positions of service in Iowa
- Financial support ranging from $1,000 - $3,000
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Undergraduate and graduate students in any academic discipline at UNI
About the Internships
Applications are submitted jointly by a student and the host organization. Internship applications will be selected for their potential to benefit the student, the sponsoring organization and the community.
Guidelines: Internships may serve throughout Iowa at non-profit organizations, city, county, state federal government agencies or UNI outreach programs.
To contribute to the fund, click here. Please type Koob Fund in the box marked "Other." Thank you for supporting this university-community partnership.