Learning Communities
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Learning Community Options
Additional First-Year Programs
What are the two things that new college students think about most?
– Making friends
– Succeeding in classes
The learning communities and programs listed here are SDSU’s way of making sure you have opportunities to do both.
By creating a small college atmosphere at a large university, these dynamic programs help freshmen develop a supportive network of friends, become familiar with the campus and its resources, and make a smooth transition from high school to college. As a freshman, you can succeed in your studies and find interests and friendships that will last a lifetime.
Research shows that having a supportive network of friends and faculty is a major factor in students’ academic success, especially during the first year of college. Students who participate in first-year programs will recognize faces in class right from the beginning, making it easier to make friends and form study groups. They’ll also get to know faculty and staff members who take an interest in helping them succeed academically and personally. And evidence proves that students who take advantage of these programs earn higher grade point averages, are more likely to return their sophomore year, and are less likely to be on academic probation.
So explore the menu of Learning Community options to find your way to success!
Learning Communities
Learning communities don’t change what you learn, they change how you learn.
In learning communities, small groups of students take courses together that fulfill graduation requirements. Most learning communities bring together students with a common interest or area of study, such as social justice or business. Some learning communities are designed specifically for students who live on campus.
These living learning communities help students bridge in-class and out-of-class learning and provide additional programs and activities to enrich your college experience.
Residential Learning Communities
If you choose to live on-campus during your freshman year, the University recommends you live in a residential learning community. However, the choice is yours.
If you’re not sure which community is right for you, try our “hall selector” website.