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Community Embedded Experiential Learning (CEEL) is an opportunity for Honors College students to connect with near-South Side Milwaukee community-based organizations through shadowing, hands-on projects, and other immersive events. Students will have the opportunity to participate and contribute inside the organizations while learning and growing as members of the Milwaukee community. The program’s goals include encouraging students to apply their in-class educations in a community setting, connecting students with Milwaukee’s Latinx community, discovering how and why non-profit service organizations exist, and much more.
Course Characteristics
- Key Experiential Learning Activity
- Shadowing and hands-on projects with community organizations
- Learning Outcomes
- Critical thinking, worldviews, and understanding nonprofit organizations
- Assessment Methods
- Reflective practice and conference presentations
- Challenges and Solutions
- Sustained commitment from community partners and students
- Advice for Other Instructors
- Regular communication with community partners
Assignment
End-of-semester reflective conference that allows students to critically explore the impact of the semester’s experiences.