Vandal QUEST

Vandal QUEST (Quality University Experiences to Support Transition) is designed to create opportunities for postsecondary students with intellectual and developmental disabilities at University of Idaho. Vandal QUEST serves non-degree seeking students who are interested in engaging in college education to improve skills to support the achievement of their personal goals related to employment, academic achievement, community participation and independent living. Vandal QUEST students have the opportunity earn a university-recognized career and community studies academic certificate.

Vandal QUEST may be a good fit if you are…

  • A student with an intellectual or developmental disability who wants a college experience
  • Interested in learning skills for jobs, independence, school success and community life
  • Excited to take college classes and be involved on campus
  • Interested in getting a job or internship
  • Willing to come to class regularly and complete assignments
  • Able to act safely and respectfully in classes, at work and in social settings
  • Interested in becoming more independent 
  • Excited to meet new people and try new experiences at University of Idaho

Additional resources

Contact

Inclusive higher education

Andrew Scheef

Associate Professor of Special Education

Ph.D. in Special Education ’16

M.Ed. in Special Education ’10

M.A.L.S. in Cultural Arts Education ’00

B.A. in Music Education ’98

Portrait of Andrew Scheef
Areas of expertise
  • Special education
  • Inclusive education
  • Post-school transition for youth with disabilities
  • Inclusive post-secondary education
  • Teacher education
Contact me
ascheef@uidaho.edu

208-885-7677

Education Building, 406

College of Education, Health and Human Sciences, Department of Curriculum and Instruction

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Vandal QUEST-Quality University Experiences to Support Transition Experience at University of Idaho

Learn how Vandal QUEST provides a supportive college experience that helps students with intellectual and developmental disabilities build academic, career and life skills at University of Idaho.

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