DescriptionDescription - Describes how students engage, what they do, reflecting the nature and depth of the program/experience. | Students participate in group outings to various locations and events on campus and around town, providing opportunities to explore the local area and culture alongside fellow students; the events are designed to foster community, encourage social connections, and enhance the overall student experience. |
TermTerm - The semester in which the activity occurs | Spring 2025 |
CategoryCategory - Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS) category with which this engagement activity is most closely aligned, from the perspective of the student in the activity. | International Student Programs and ServicesdefinitionInternational Student Programs and Services - The mission of International Student Programs and Services is to provide support and assistance necessary for international students to achieve their educational goals and to ensure institutional compliance with governmental immigration regulations. |
Campus LabelCampus Label - Type of purposeful activity, as defined across units | Community Building |
DivisionDivision - University organization | Academic Affairs |
DepartmentDepartment - University organization | International Programs |
UnitUnit - University organization | International Accelerator Program |
Special DesignationSpecial Designation - Engagement has a special designation based on review of educational purpose and intentional design. | - |
Time on TaskTime on Task - Amount of time that a student engages in this activity (including orientation/training, supervision/feedback, reflection on learning). | 1 - 2 hours |
Participation EntryParticipation Entry - Extent to which participation is restricted (e.g., minimum GPA, classification) | Open - any student can participate (no required credentials, such as GPA, hours earned) |
Minimum Credit HoursMinimum Credit Hours - Number of credit hours or years in college required to participate in this activity | No requirements for credit hours or years completed |
Minimum GPAMinimum GPA - Minimum GPA required to participate in this activity | No GPA requirements for participation |
Other RequirementsOther Requirements - Additional requirements to participate in this activity | No additional requirements |
ExpectationsExpectations - How expectations are communicated to students about how they will engage in this program | Advertising materials Group orientation / class session(s) |
Active LearningActive Learning - What students do; the nature or type of the engagement, that is expected to contribute to their learning | Connecting with othersdefinitionConnecting with others - Interact with the campus community, identify others with shared interests, build a social network Global learningdefinitionGlobal learning - Explore cultures, life experiences, and worldviews different from your own; apply and practice global/intercultural knowledge and skills. |
Knowledge/SkillsKnowledge/Skills - Knowledge applied and/or skills practiced by students as they engage in this activity | Intercultural knowledge and competencedefinitionIntercultural knowledge and competence - Apply and/or practice cultural self-awareness, worldview frameworks, empathy, verbal and non-verbal communication, curiosity, and openness. Interpersonal skillsdefinitionInterpersonal skills - Use empathetic skills to guide and motivate others; assess and manage emotions of self and others |
Interacts WithInteracts With - With whom students directly interact, as they engage in this activity | Student(s) on this campus |
FeedbackFeedback - How and from whom students receive feedback on their engagement in this program | Informal feedback only |
ReflectionReflection - How, and with whom, students engage in reflection on their learning while engaged in this activity | Informal only, no structured reflection activity |
Program WebsiteProgram Website - For additional information, go to the unit website. | - |
RubricRubric - Describes specific expectations for student involvement in the activity | View Uploaded Rubric (Archived) |