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Learning Beyond is a dynamic educational philosophy here at Stevenson University. Learning Beyond is learning outside of the classroom; and encompasses a variety of opportunities and experiences that enable students to explore the world and discover their values, interests, skills, and abilities.

Faculty at Stevenson are encouraged to make Learning Beyond an integral part of each student's educational experience. Below is a list of ways that Learning Beyond opportunities can be included in the curriculum (please contact the Learning Beyond office for assistance and information):

Study Abroad - To see the world, to leave expectations behind, and to redefine oneself. That's what it is to study abroad. Stevenson students have travelled to Botswana, Australia, England, the Dominican Republic, and many other exotic locations.

Service Learning - Students become engaged by participating in activities which allow them to help others. Whether they mentor in Baltimore City, travel to New Orleans to build homes, or venture to Haiti to work in health clinics, students will be able to try new things and connect campus with community.

Campus Based Research - Students work with a faculty member on a study or research project tailored to the student’s interests such as the impact of enzymes on diabetes or voting patterns of different age groups.

One-Credit Option - Enable professors and students to research topics such as the demise of the American Stock Exchange or the wonders of a Utah desert in summer through trips, interviews, and surveys.

Internships - Students can earn credit as they gain hands-on experience practicing the skills they have acquired from coursework through opportunities such as internships, supervised teaching, and clinical experience.

The Washington Center – Students can experience a once-in a-lifetime internship opportunity open to SU students in all majors.

Other Experiential Learning Opportunities - Learn on a trip, at a museum, or at a political event. Many classes at Stevenson give students the chance to learn outside the classroom.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">For more information about incorporating Learning Beyond into your courses or if you have questions about any of the above please contact:

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Christine Noya <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Assistant Vice President <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experiential Learning and Career Services <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">cnoya@stevenson.edu <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">443-352-4497

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Thomas Romanoff <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Program Assistant <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experiential Learning and Career Services <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">tromanoff@stevenson.edu <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">443-352-4479

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Dr. Leeanne M. Bell <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Assistant Professor of Business Communications and Faculty Leader for Service Learning <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Phone: 443-334-2857 <span style="color: #800080; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 90%;">lbell@stevenson.edu

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