Experiential Learning Anya Watson

What is It? Why is it important? Participation in activities outside of the classroom Connects your education to the larger world Actively engage in your own learning Better understand yourself and your goals

What Counts? Categories: Leadership Research Service International Engagement Must complete 2 experiential learning activities in 2 distinct categories Demonstrate sustained engagement: minimum one full quarter and at least 20 hours

Activity Categorize the students based on their plans for an experiential learning activity they already came up with (leadership, service, research, international engagement, or none) Come up with a second experiential learning idea for each student based on their interests or their major

Resources and Finding an Activity Talk to an Honors Program advisor The activity can be through Honors, UW, or the greater community

Applying for Experiential Learning Credit Online application system Timeline: no retroactive credit, must be completed while you are an undergraduate at UW prior to graduation Choose a project supervisor:UW faculty, staff, graduate student, member of the community or organization you are working with Write a reflection using the reflection form after finishing your activity

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