Community Engaged Learning criteria for undergraduate courses
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What are the criteria for an undergraduate Community Engaged Learning designation?
Faculty interested in having an undergraduate course(s) section designated as part of the Community Engaged Learning program should ensure that the course(s) meets both of the following elements:
- Must involve 15 hours of engagement with/for a community organization or individual, as well as at least one reflection piece on the engagement that is tied to graded course material. The reflection piece can be an assignment, a paper, a quiz, a test, etc.
- Must have a syllabus that includes a community-engaged Student Learning Outcome(s) (SLO)(s) statement aligned with at least one Eagle Advantage competency.
It is highly encouraged instructors assess the SLO(s). Information on community engaged learning student assessment tools can be found at this link.
The Community Engaged Learning designation was piloted during the 2021-2022 academic year. A list of the course sections in the program can be found on the Community Engaged Learning (CEL) classes webpage. Community Engaged Learning designated course sections will be reviewed every five years.
Accredited programs recognized as community-engaged
UWL houses several accredited programs designated by the Community Engagement Council as Community Engaged Programs. Each program systematically includes community-based experiences for all students in the program through required elements in the curriculum (traditionally through required fieldwork, internships, or practicums). Students develop skills and integrate theoretical and practical knowledge while also providing a service to partner organizations.
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Programs |
Degree |
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Occupational Therapy |
graduate |
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Physical Therapy |
graduate |
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Physician’s Assistant |
graduate |
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Athletic Training |
graduate |
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Public Health |
undergraduate |
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Radiological Technology |
undergraduate |
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Nuclear Medicine |
undergraduate |
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Therapeutic Recreation |
graduate |
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Recreation Management |
undergraduate |
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School of Education programs leading to licensure as K-12 teachers |
undergraduate and graduate |
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School Psychology |
graduate |
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UWL Office of Community Engagement
Cleary Alumni & Friends Center, Room 114
1725 State Street
La Crosse, WI 54601