Living Learning Communities

What is a Living Learning Community?

Our Living Learning Communities (LLCs) are ready-made groups of like-minded students who choose to live together, learn together, study together, and explore topics of interests together. Unlike other living areas where it will take time to discover shared interests, these communities begin with a common experience on day one.

The result is an enhanced social and academic experience, in which you'll benefit from:

• Shared classes with your neighbors
• Increased interaction with faculty
• Regular topic discussions in your hall
• Smoother social and academic adjustment
• Stimulating events and activities
• Specially-trained students staff who create experiences related to your LLC theme

How Do I Join a Living Learning Community?

All students must complete their online Housing application prior to completing the application for a Living Learning Community. Once you've applied for Housing, return to this page, and click the "Apply Here" link to go to the application. The application for Living Learning Communities has some short essay sections which are used to determine your level of commitment to the LLC experience and takes approximately 15 minutes to complete. Some LLCs have pre-requisites for joining.

Which LLCs are available?

The following LLCs are available for Fall 2012:

• Global Learning
• Healthy Living
• Honors
• Leadership
• Outdoor Adventure
• Student Support Services
• Social Justice

Each theme and its requirements are described below.

Global Learning Community

The Global Learning Community provides an opportunity for domestic and international students to live together and engage in learning experiences related to living in an increasingly global society. Opportunities exist in the GLC for students to prepare for study abroad and for students returning from study abroad to share their experiences. The GLC is open to all students who desire to learn more about global issues.

Program Pre-Requisites: None, this program is available to any UW-Eau Claire students as space allows.

Program Pre-Requisites: None, this program is available to any UW-Eau Claire students as space allows.

Program Requirements: Must enroll in a foreign language or foreign culture course (at least 2 credits) in both the Fall and Spring semesters.

Healthy Living Learning Community

The Healthy Living Learning Community provides students an opportunity to become engaged in all aspects of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. It includes in-class and out-of-class experiences designed to learn about a wide range of wellness topics including but not limited to stress management, healthy eating habits, a variety of exercise options, and the spirit-mind-body connection. The Healthy Living Community includes a variety of specialized educational programs sponsored by the Kinesiology Department, the Student Wellness Advocacy Team, and Student Health Services. This community is offered to all students on a space available basis.

Program Pre-Requisites: None, this program is available to any UW-Eau Claire students as space allows.

Program Requirements: Must enroll in a Kinesiology 262 in the fall semester, and Kinesiology 186 in the spring semester.

Honors Learning Community

Students accepted into the University Honors Program for Fall 2011 may join the exciting new Honors Learning Community on a first-come, first-served basis. Led by dynamic Honors RAs and Honors student mentors, this community will enable 60 first-year honor students (30 men and 30 women) to live, study, play and grow together with like-minded peers! The community will be a center for the vibrant intellectual, cultural and social life of the university honors program. Classes, films, discussions and even parties will be hosted by the Honors Learning Community. Members will enroll in a minimum of 3 Honors course credits per semester and participate in the University Honors Program. Membership in the community is available to students in good Honors standing for a minimum of two years.

Program Pre-Requisites: Students must be accepted into the University Honors Program prior to application to the LLC. Once notified of acceptance into Honors, return to this page and click on "Apply Here" to be taken to the LLC application.

Program Requirements: Must enroll in Honors courses and maintain Honors status.

Leadership Learning Community

The Leadership Learning Community provides an opportunity for up to 40 first year students to explore the concept of leadership both in theory and practice. Students will attend leadership seminars (non-credit and for credit), listen to speakers, take field trips, and participate in specialized programs designed only for the learning community participants. Living in the Leadership Learning Community is a great way to start your college experience and meet others interested in making a positive impact on the UW-Eau Claire community!

Program Pre-Requisites: Freshman status

Program Requirements: Must enroll in for-credit Leadership Courses, including BSAD 191 in fall and BSAD 155 in spring.

Outdoor Adventure Living Learning Community – New for Fall 2012!!!

Residents in the Outdoor Adventure LLC will discover the wonders and challenges of the great outdoors! You'll be introduced to outdoor adventure, wilderness stewardship and group dynamics. In addition, you'll have the opportunity to take part in adventure trips like indoor/outdoor rock climbing, low and high ropes courses, hiking in local parks, whitewater rafting, skiing, snowboarding, and backpacking. Students will also have the opportunity to explore leadership by helping determine and plan the activities for the community.

Program Pre-Requisites: Freshman status

Program Requirements: The course requirements for this LLC are currently being finalized but will likely include: Fall Semester High Ropes and Leadership Course, and Spring Semester Literature of the Natural World Course.

Student Support Services Learning Community

The Student Support Services Learning Community provides an opportunity for qualified students to benefit from the Student Support Services academic assistance program and gather with fellow students who can support one another through the academic transition to university life. All students who qualify for the Student Support Services program are welcome to take part in a variety of academic support sessions held in the residence halls. Students in the Learning Community can live in any residence hall they choose, and apply for the Learning Community directly through the Student Support Services Office. More information concerning Student Support Services can be found at their Web site www.uwec.edu/sss.

Program Pre-Requisites: Eligibility for Student Support Services

Program Requirements: None.

Social Justice Learning Community

The Social Justice Learning Community provides multiple opportunities for students interested in issues related to diversity and multiculturalism. Students in the community are involved in a variety of in-class and out-of-class experiences designed to develop a personal sense of social justice and provide ideas for how individuals can work for positive social change. Some of these opportunities include specialized classes, speakers, field trips, and service opportunities that make a difference in the lives of others.

Program Pre-Requisites: None, this program is available to any UW-Eau Claire students as space allows.

Program Requirements: Students must enroll in IDIS 153, Introduction to Social Justice in fall, and IDIS 154, Social Justice in Film and Music in spring.