Q: How do I pick the right one?
A. By knowing yourself and knowing your options. What do you like to do? What interests you? What academic program are you in? The "Which One is for Me" section can help. |
Q: Can anyone participate in a learning community?
A: Yes! However, there are some that are only open to certain academic programs. For example, the Whitman School of Management Learning Community is not open to students in The College of Arts and Sciences. Please contact our office or consult an academic advisor in your home school or college if you have questions about your academic requirements. |
Q: Do learning community courses count towards my degree?
A: Many of the courses connected to a learning community will fit your degree requirements, but not all of them. Please consult an academic advisor in your home school/college. |
Q: Are learning communities for geeks? I want to have fun in college.
A. No! The students in learning communities want to succeed academically and socially. This means the students who live in learning communities are bright, want to get the most out of college, and also want to have fun. |
Q: What if I change my mind before school starts?
A: Please let us know. If it is a residential learning community, we won't be able to change your housing assignment, but we won't require you to participate in the learning community classes, events, or programs. |
Q: What if I don't like it once I'm in it?
A: If it turns out that your learning community experience is not what you were expecting or hoped for, we are happy to discuss your options. However, because of course registration deadlines and housing change deadlines, we may not be able to change your course or your housing assignment. |
Q: Can I start my own learning community?
A: We welcome ideas for new learning communites from students, faculty, and staff. Please contact our office to explore the possibilities. |
Q: Do I have to join a learning community?
A: No. Learning communities are optional. However, first-year students are randomly assigned to a residence hall space unless they choose a residential learning community. |
Q: Can I talk to a student who is in a learning community?
A: Sure! Please email our office, or call us at 315-443-2079, and we will put you in touch with one of our LC students. |
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