Experiential learning has become a defining component of the educational experience at Athens State University. Building upon years of institutional planning, assessment, and innovation, the University has embraced experiential learning as a strategic approach to enhancing student learning, engagement, and success. What began as a focused effort to expand experiential opportunities has evolved into a broader institutional commitment to ensuring that all students have opportunities to connect academic learning with authentic, real-world application.
At Athens State University, experiential learning is a process through which students develop knowledge, skills, and values by applying theory and academic content to real-world experiences within the classroom, community, workplace, and beyond. Experiential learning encompasses hands-on learning, workplace learning, community-based learning, learning through research, and learning through expeditions. Through these experiences, students deepen their understanding of course content, develop professional and transferable skills, explore career pathways, and engage more meaningfully with their communities and future professions.
Examples of Experiential Learning
- Internships
- Participation in research projects with faculty members
- Hands-on activities in the classrooms
- Expeditions to professional spaces
- Collaborations with community organizations and businesses
For more information or to find out about ways that you can partner with us in Experiential Learning please contact our office.
Katia Maxwell, Ph.D.
Assistant Dean, College of Arts & Sciences | Associate Professor of Computer Science | QEP Director- Phone:256-233-6526 Phone:256-233-6526
- Email:[email protected]
- Department:College of Arts and Sciences
- Office:
Founders Hall, Room F231