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1 Living and Learning Community Center Bloomsburg University 400 East Second Street, 121 CRH Bloomsburg, PA Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania An Experience that will change your life. Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania is committed to affirmative action by way of providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to race, religion, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status. Living & Le a r n i n g Co m m u n i t i e s

2 hoose Major Admission Criteria Focus Typical Trip Typical Activities Business Open to Business majors only Expands the range and impact of a major in business The United Nations in NYC Connect with local and regional business leaders Civic Engagement Education Fine Arts and Humanities Frederick Douglass International Studies Science & Health Sciences Social Justice & Sustainability Helping Professions Honors Presidential Leadership Helps students participate actively in political and community-wide change The Capitol and Monument Mall in Washington, D.C. Meet politicians and legislators Open to Education majors only Connects students with other education majors and education faculty Baltimore Aquarium to learn how to conduct field trips Participate in workshops preparing students for the classroom Emphasizes the arts and humanities and adopts an interdisciplinary approach to exploring the role of the arts and humanities in our society Museums, galleries, and theatre performances in NYC Attend films, concerts, study groups, and local theatre productions Stresses cross-cultural relationship building, promoting diversity, and breaking down social barriers across cultural differences Historical sites in New York and Maryland associated with Frederick Douglass life Present papers at annual conference, participate in monthly workshops on diversity and teambuilding Embraces an international vision of both academic and daily life Foreign embassies and United Nations in NYC Attend foreign movie nights and international coffee hours Open to Science and Health Sciences majors only Provides an environment where students can focus on academics in order to succeed in the sciences Bodies: The Exhibition in NYC Lunch with the Dean(s), visit science and research labs, attend faculty/guest lectures Creates discussion and action around the cultural implications of global climate change Weekend trip to Overlook farms in Massachusetts to learn the effects of world hunger Create green movie and lecture series, participate in social movements on/off campus Selected from Act 101/EOP program. Go to helping.php Exposes students to mindful practices in public service Day trip to NYC to visit museums and Harlem Civil Rights sites Develop and host fundrasier to bring running water to rural schools in South Africa, attend guest lectures 1150 minimum SAT score. Go to honors Offers academically challenging small classes, service opportunities, and community Day trip to NYC to explore, see a play, or visit museums Present Honors independent research projects to the university community and at national conferences 1050 minimum SAT score. Go to Develops leadership potential, challenges students to think critically about real-world problems, engages students through meaningful service Day trip to NYC for museums, historical sites and live theatre Participate in educational, social, service & professional development activities and events with the University President Typical Service Activities Selected by students each semester Volunteer with the disabled at EOS Therapeutic Riding Center and many other civic organizations Support the local Women s Shelter Mentor middle school students in a photography project, engage in local environmental projects Raise funds to build a well in South Africa; participate in annual BU service projects Help organize international fair Support the American Cancer Society Spearhead campus recycling analysis Volunteer in weekly food recovery program and at local elder care home, participate in Breast Cancer Walk Relay for Life, Balanced Care visits, Breast Cancer Walk Volunteer at CCM Dollar Dinner, Animal Shelter, Food Kitchens and EOS Therapeutic Riding Center

3 ission The Living and Learning Community s (LLC) mission is shaped by the collective mission of the University and the Residence Life Office. A LLC is a group of students who share common academic interests, live together in a residence hall, participate in activities together, and are also enrolled in a cluster of related courses. By integrating faculty with the undergraduate residential experience, faculty, staff, and students develop a sense of interconnectedness and a mutual concern for the enrichment of their collegiate experience. In addition, LLCs provide students with quality studying, meeting, and lecture/discussion space within the residence halls. Since their inception in 1996, LLCs have been a forum for the exchange of ideas and information within a residential setting, providing out-of-class interaction between students and their faculty and supporting academic endeavors. Discover who you want to be. In a LLC, students who share common interests live together in a residence hall, participate in trips and activities, and take a cluster of general education courses, all under the direction of a faculty member. Students and faculty develop close relationships in and out of the classroom that lead to greater academic success, a broader view of education, a livelier and more integrated university experience, and a greater sense of commitment. Become that person.

4 Business The Business LLC welcomes only freshmen who have declared a business major. This community enhances business acumen, fosters community and interdisciplinary awareness, helps students make a successful transition to higher education, and provides a collaborative learning experience where students quickly get to know fellow students and faculty. Take courses that fulfill requirements for your business major Receive direction to help determine the right business track Establish connections that help start your business career succeed Attend seminars with local business leaders Make trips to local businesses All the LLCs are close. Every LLC is like one big family. You are assigned mentors who are also students who help you if you have any questions. If they cannot answer your questions, they strive to find you a tutor. They will do anything they can to help you. Rachel Conley

5 ervecivic Engagement The Civic Engagement LLC welcomes all freshmen who are pursuing any major or are presently undeclared. This community focuses on making a difference in our society through engagement in civic life and stresses the importance of being involved in political and community-wide change. Take a university seminar that stresses the importance of the link between education and community activism and courses in Political Science, History, and English that fulfill your general education requirements Participate in local and national political campaigns Visit national government monuments and sites Volunteer with local aid groups Become involved with campus action groups All through high school I had always wanted to help others but could never find a good outlet for doing so. When I found out about the Civic Engagement LLC, I thought, Perfect. I got to meet others who wanted to help out and make a difference as much as I did, all within the first few weeks of school. Dan Interrante

6 Education The Education LLC welcomes freshmen who are Education majors. This LLC is a wonderful conglomerate of all education majors and provides great support for those pursuing a teaching career. Connect with education students Receive guidance from educational faculty Become acquainted with professional groups such as SCEC, SLED, SPSEA, ACEI, and MENC teach Attend Praxis training and teaching seminars I joined the Education LLC because I liked the idea of living with people I could study with. It has made the transition into college much easier because I have connections with professors and the students I attend class with. Carolyn Mitchell

7 Fine Arts & Humanities The Fine Arts and Humanities LLC welcomes freshmen who are pursuing any major or are presently undeclared. This community emphasizes and embraces the fine arts and humanities and explores the role of the fine arts and humanities in an era of an ever-broadening emphasis on science, technology, and professional studies. Take a university seminar that relates education to aesthetics and technology and general education classes in Art History and English Attend local theater productions and concerts Participate in on-campus cultural events create Visit national museums and galleries I really think it makes that much more of a difference to know you find a place to belong. And the best part is you join a LLC for your interest, not because you think you have to for your major. Liz Nugent

8 Frederick Douglass The Frederick Douglass LLC welcomes freshmen who are pursuing any major or who are presently undeclared. This LLC intertwines with the Frederick Douglass Institute for Academic Excellence to promote academic excellence in a racially and ethnically diverse setting. The institute is part of a State System of Higher Education collaborative established to enhance the academic life of participating universities and to enrich campus climate by promoting diversity. Take a university seminar that focuses on the way the educational experience is enhanced by racial and ethnic diversity and general education classes in Anthropology, History, Psychology, and English achieve Attend achievement dinners, banquets, dances, and social events Participate in the spring Frederick Douglass Undergraduate Interdisciplinary Conference as organizers, volunteers, and presenters Experience educational trips to the Frederick Douglass National Historic Site, Harlem or Ellis Island I have loved the Frederick Douglass LLC. It is everything I hoped for and more. I have a lot of fun with a diverse group of people and we are very close knit. Everything we have done has been a blast, even just the small bits of community service. I ve had all sorts of experiences I never would have had. Kyle Romanowski

9 give Helping Professions The Helping Professions LLCs draws from ACT 101/EOP freshmen with an interest in Education, Social Work, Sociology, and other helping professions. For more information, go to Become exposed to the consequences of mindsets for personality, motivation and development Develop mindfulness practice as a habit Extend current understandings of mind as both a limit and a possibility Practice skills that promote learning-oriented habits I knew this LLC would help me stay on top of my school work. I help other students in Math and they help me in other things. The LLC has helped me understand how to use my time and help myself while helping other people. Shanna Scott

10 Honors The Honors LLC draws from freshmen with a minimum of 1150 SAT combined score (above 550 on both verbal and math). For more information, go to Be challenged to perform at the highest level of excellence and encourage independent thinking and learning Engage in a rigorous, coherent, integrated academic experience with a high degree of student-faculty interaction Develop creativity, intellectual independence, analytical thinking and problem solving and the growth of communication skills through a strong emphasis on reading, writing, and research Participate in symposia, experiential learning and independent study excel The Honors Program has given me a tight-knit group of friends who take the same classes I m taking. It s been a great experience where I ve met a lot of friends. Bryce Shaffer

11 International Studies The International Studies LLC welcomes students who are pursuing any major or are presently undeclared and either know a foreign language or plan to take a course during their first semester. This community embraces an international vision of both academic and daily life. The LLC welcomes both U.S. citizens whose interests have an international component and international students looking for a global perspective. The international scope of this community will enable you to form connections among the academic disciplines while guiding you toward an international perspective. explore Attend international coffee hours, book fairs, and art and music festivals Watch foreign films and read international publications Attend workshops for study abroad programs and international internships Visit consulates and embassies I joined the LLC because I took Spanish in high school and it helps me with my desire to go to Spain. I love the sociology class that is part of the LLC. The professor is great! Marci Mantegna

12 Presidential Leadership The Presidential Leadership LLC draws from freshmen with a minimum of a 1050 SAT combined score, a 3.0 G.P.A. and a background in extracurricular activities. PLP proves an integrated, sequenced set of programs to assist you in a continuing your leadership development. Each role or activity builds on the previous year, so you can anticipate new, exciting, and more challenging opportunities for personal growth. For more information, go to If you want to be among a nice group of friendly people who share similar academic and social standards, then this is the group for you. Bryan Poepperling Develop leadership potential Connect learning with community participation aspire Engage students on campus and in the community through meaningful service

13 Science & Health Sciences The Science and Health Science LLC is open to freshmen who are majoring in Audiology and Speech Pathology, Biology and Allied Health, Chemistry, Exercise Science, Nursing, and Physics. There are no designated classes for this LLC. However, this LLC works to provide an environment wherein students can interface with faculty, administration, and each other in order to succeed in the sciences disciplines. Have tutors available to help you with your science classes. Lunch with the college deans and faculty Attend educational sessions The SHS LLC helps me because I live near people who have the same interests and it makes it easier to ask for help. It helps make connections with other students, and it s great to have tutors who are more than willing to help you study. Andrea Miller Participate in health science heal symposium each spring

14 lead Social Justice & Sustainability The Social Justice LLC welcomes freshmen who are pursuing any major or are presently undeclared. This community focuses on creating discussion and action around issues central to the 21 st century: climate change, discrimination based on gender, race, or sexual preference, and poverty. Take a university seminar that connects education to social change and general education classes in the Sociology and English departments that help to identify the causes of poverty and injustice Participate on panels about diversity Spearhead projects that work to minimize our carbon footprint Participate in social movements on and off campus Social Justice and Sustainability allowed us to all open our eyes to the consequences of our living standards, and on how our life affects the lives of everything and everyone else on Earth. The Social Justice and Sustainability LLC allows the student to become more involved in helping our planet earth, along with helping our fellow man and looking at everyone as equals, instead of racial profiles. Connect to international programs such as Heifer International, ACLU, and the Southern Poverty Law Center Eli Tome