College of Science & Mathematics
Since 2014, students participating in the Biomedical Living Learning Community have retained at the University at a higher rate than their peers. This Living Learning Community encompasses majors ranging from Biological Sciences to all Pre-Professional programs.
Students participating in the Engineering Living Learning Community enjoy a retention rate at the University that is higher than their peers. This Living Learning Community specifically supports students planning a career in all types of engineering.
Historically, students participating in the Engineering Technology Living Learning Community retain at the University at a higher rate than their peers. This Living Learning Community specifically supports those majoring in any of the Engineering Technology majors such as Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, or Mechanical Engineering Technology.
Biology/Biomedical Living Learning Community
Housing agreement type: Fall/Spring
Population: Incoming first-year students
Location: All First-Year Facilities
Shared Courses
The Biomedical Living Learning Community members are students being prepared to develop skills for a career as a professional biologist, biology educator, research analyst, and so much more. Specific support areas include, Aquatic Ecology, Environmental, General/Undecided, Molecular, Life Science with Teacher Certification, Science with Teacher Certification, Wildlife Biology. Additionally, these students may also have interest in, Pre-Dental/Pre-Medical, Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Physical Therapy or Pre-Veterinary.
Students Benefits
- Access to academic support
- Resources and relationships to navigate your first year of college
- One-on-one guidance and advising from peers and professionals
Biomedical (Research) Living Learning Community
Housing agreement type: Fall/Spring
Population: Incoming first-year students
Location: All First-Year Facilities
Shared Courses
The Biomedical Research Living Learning Community members are an elite group of students under the specific leadership of Dr. Dustin Edwards; students receive hands-on experience in intensive research methods as well as select lab placements.
Students Benefits
- Access to academic support
- Resources and relationships to navigate your first year of college
- One-on-one guidance and advising from peers and professionals
Engineering Living Learning Community
Housing agreement type: Fall/Spring
Population: Incoming first-year students
Location: All First-Year Facilities
Shared Courses
The Computer Science and Electrical Engineering Living Learning Community members are a part of a department which engages students in rigorous, hands-on curricula through which they apply engineering principles and problem solving to create innovative, real-world solutions.
Students Benefits
- Access to academic support
- Resources and relationships to navigate your first year of college
- One-on-one guidance and advising from peers and professionals
Engineering Technology Living Learning Community
Housing agreement type: Fall/Spring
Population: Incoming first-year students
Location: All First-Year Facilities
Shared Courses
The Engineering Technology Living Learning Community members are a part of a program which provides an academically challenging course of study that prepares graduates to establish successful careers and assume leadership roles in manufacturing, construction, and education.
Students Benefits
- Access to academic support
- Resources and relationships to navigate your first year of college
- One-on-one guidance and advising from peers and professionals