The Office of Residence Life and the College of Science and Mathematics are proud to support the Science Learning Community in our New Residence Hall. This learning community is a new program for the 2009-2010 academic year and is designed to give students the opportunity to participate in various experiential learning and community activities with faculty and staff of interest to students in the sciences.

The College of Science and Mathematics is home to some of the most difficult classes that Southeast has to offer.  The partnership between the College of Science and Mathematics and the Office of Residence Life will create a living environment which supports and enhances the academic experience for the variety of students in the College of Science and Mathematics. The Science Learning Community is limited to 40 students and is open to both new and returning students. Any student who desires to participate in the Science Learning Community must indicate their preference for this community though the Contract for University Housing assignment process.

Students participating in this community have the opportunity to meet other science students who share similar interests.  The Science Learning Community will focus on helping students as they work to become successful professionals and productive citizens through an approach which fosters practical experiences, service learning, academic achievement and leadership initiatives.

Sample Activities (activities are not final and will be planned by staff and faculty associated with the program):

• Academic Initiatives
  • Faculty review sessions
  • Standardized test preparation programs
• Social
  • Faculty dinners or receptions
  • Floor dinners
• Community Service
  • Floor participation in campus and community service projects (Habitat for Humanity, Can-struction, etc.)
  • Tutoring at local schools
• Workshops and Lectures
  • Career Panel with faculty and local professionals
  • How to select a graduate program/school

To sign up for this community, returning students should participate in the Priority Sign-Up process.  New students should indicate their preference for this community on their Contract for University Housing and then fill out and return the application that they receive in the mail.

There is no extra cost associated with the Learning Community Program; however, students are expected to sign and agree to a set of expectations for living in a Learning Community.  This will be available at the time of Priority Sign-Up (returning students) or included in the application packet (new students).

The Office of Residence Life is proud to partner with the College of Science and Mathematics to offer the Sciences Learning Community as a housing option.  If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Residence Life at (573) 651-2274 or residencelife@semo.edu.

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