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Enhancing College Life through Living-Learning Communities at TWU

The Living-Learning Communities at TWU foster a collaborative educational environment for 450 participants, enhancing their college experience. Led by Dr. Joe Berthiaume and Mere Maddox, these programs, including Honors Scholars and Pre-Nursing, connect students through shared classes, community activities, and faculty engagement, leading to better grades and lasting friendships. Students enjoy unique experiences like dining with professors, museum trips, and field excursions, creating a strong campus connection and overall satisfaction in their academic journey.

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Enhancing College Life through Living-Learning Communities at TWU

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  1. Living-Learning CommunitiesDr. Joe Berthiaume, DirectorMere Maddox, Assistant Director for Student Development & Family ServicesDepartment of University Housing

  2. Living-Learning Communities • 450 participants • UNIV 1231: • 1 credit class • Students attend class together as a community Living - Learning Communities: • Neighbors Educated Together (NET) • Honors Scholars, Pre-Nursing, Health Professions, Psychology Majors, Commuter • First Year Connections (FYC) • TWU Serves, Global Connections, SUCCESS • Sophomore Year Community • Arts Community Scholar Communities: • Honors Scholars • Terry Scholars

  3. Faculty & Staff Involvement • University Housing’s Assistant Director for Student Development and Family Services supervises and provides leadership for the program • 40 full professors, graduate teaching assistants, and adjunct faculty provide academic support for the program • Student Leaders (Peer Advisors) in every community • In and out of class experiences: • Dinner with a professor at home • Lectures & course material review sessions outside of class time • Museum trips • Field trips to the TWU T. Boone Pickens Institute of Health Sciences – Dallas Center • Theatrical productions

  4. What Students Gain • Improved grades • Enhanced potential for reaching academic goals • Sense of community & academic support • Participate in organized activities as a community • Wonderful memories & friendships • Stronger connection to campus after they graduate • Overall satisfaction with their college experience

  5. Recognition • 2008, ACPA (American College Personnel Association) – Outstanding Collaboration for Commuter NET • 2000, SWACUHO (Southwest Association of College and University Housing Officers) – Frank Cloud Award of Excellence for Innovative Academic Initiatives in Residence Life

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