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Karla Thoennes and Rebecca Loney
North Dakota State University
ACUHO-I Living Learning Program Conference
October 16-18, 2009
A Living-Learning Program Journey…Don’t Stop Believing
Session Overview•Historical Perspective
•Living-Learning Program Foundation
•The Living-Learning Program Today
•Impact on Learning
•Lessons Learned Along the Journey
About NDSU… In past 7 years, student
population has grown from 11,623 to 14,189 students
Largest growth in graduate and international student populations
In 2008, first-year class increased by 23%
Land-grant, research university
Located in Fargo, North Dakota
About NDSU Residence Life…
12 residence halls and 4 apartment complexes
House approximately 4,000 students (28% of student population)
First-year students are required to live on campus
Living-Learning Program History
1997• Living Learning Program in two halls
• First-year students only
• Engineering and Architecture Communities already in existence, expanded later
2002• Caring Community of Leaders and Problem Solvers
(CCLP)• Select first-year students
Living-Learning Program History
2005• Wellness Community begins
2006• Living-Learning Program expanded for all students
at all levels• Pharmacy House created
2008• An educational curriculum developed and
implemented
Living-Learning Program History
2009• Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences Learning
Community begins
• College of Business Learning Community begins
• First-Year Experience expands
Living-Learning ProgramPhilosophical and Theoretical Foundations
University and Department Missions
What is one word that would sum up your Department and University Mission Statements?
With energy and momentum, North Dakota State University addresses the needs and aspirations of people in a changing world by building on our
land-grant foundation.
North Dakota State University Mission
Residence Life Mission
The Department of Residence Life supports students by providing a vibrant, healthy
place to live and learn.
Living-Learning ProgramPhilosophical and Theoretical Foundations
Student Affairs Learning Agenda Teach students to…
Lead Serve Negotiate and Resolve Conflict Execute Tasks to Completion Function Collaboratively Participate as Committed Citizens of the Community
What we know about… Our NDSU students Student development The potential impact on students
Think about your student population
• Demographics
• Breakdown by classification of on-campus residents
• Predominant Majors/Colleges
SOCIAL AND DIVERSE COMMUNITY
PURPOSEFUL – OPEN – JUST – DISCIPLINED – CARING – CELEBRATIVE*
LAW CURRICULUM
ACADEMICS
LEADERSHIP WELLNESS
*Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, Campus Life: In Search of Community (1990)
AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MARCH APRIL
Participate in the community X X
Develop and exhibit respect for others X
Lead by example 2X 2X
Develop and exhibit good time management X
Participate in meetings X X
Communicate effectively X X
Negotiate and resolve conflict effectively X X
Develop an understanding of your role and purpose in the community 2X
Prepare for and facilitate meetings 2X 2X
Know your leadership style X X
Raise questions & concerns appropriately X
Be a good role model for others: 2X
Plan and execute tasks to completion 2X
Actively serve others 2X 2X 2X
Develop and exhibit good character/integrity X X
Understand the roles of leaders and followers X X
Recognize and encourage leadership in others 2X 2X
Develop and exhibit congruent behavior: "Say what you'll do and do what you say!" 2X 2X
Function collaboratively X
Be actively engaged in the community (seek opportunities to be engaged) 2X 2X
Serve as a mentor to others 2X
Leadership Skill Sets
RESIDENCE HALL:FOR THE MONTH OF: August
LEADERSHIP OBJECTIVE(S)What will we do to develop leadership skills in our students?
Staff members will assist students to develop the following leadership skills by engaging them in the following types of activities:
1. Participate in Community Floor Meeting (Provide Outline) Bulletin Boards Presidential Welcome HG Kick-Off (Progre1-1ve Sundaes) Open Door Contest Welcome Week Programming Floor Programs Staff Open House
X FY Student
Upperclassman
2. Develop and Exhibit Respect for Others Floor Meeting (Provide Outline) Roommate Contracts Community Contracts (Provide Outline) 1-1 Code Quiz Drawing
X FY Student
Upperclassman
3. Lead by Example HG Kick-Off (lead by returners/elected officer(s))
FY Student
X Upperclassman
Upperclassman
Materials and Resources Required:People, Time, Publicity, BB supplies, Paper/Forms, Community Participation and Money (floor meetings/programs/HG Kick-Off)
Leadership Skills Assessment:How do we know we accomplished our objectives/goals?
During this month, student staff will be able to assess the level of success achieved in the area of leadership skill development based on:
Program Attendance, Contract Completion, # Unresolved Issues v. # Resolved Issues, Building Appearance, Students Know other Students and Staff.
LIVING-LEARNING PROGRAM
FOUNDATION:COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND LAW CURRICULUM
Leadership and Involvement
Opportunities
• Hall Government• RHA• NRHH• Programming
Council
Faculty In Residence Education
• Faculty Greeters• Faculty Mentors• Faculty in
Residence
Learning Communities
• Wellness• Engineering and
Architecture• Pharmacy• Arts, Humanities,
and Social Sciences
• Business
First Year Experience
• Welcome Week• Learning Teams• Taking Personal
Stories• Academic
Skills/Tutoring
Resources
Staffing
Sr. Associate Director
Assistant Director
12 Full Time HD’s
108 RA’s
Development
Workshops
1:1 Follow-up
RA Engagement
University 189 Curriculum Revision
Advising Group
Sophomore Year Experience Initiative
Opportunities for Connection and Collaboration
BudgetLiving-Learning Program Budget
Community Development $5,000.00
Resource Room Materials $1,000.00
Environmental Enhancements $1,000.00
Welcome Week Activities $5,500.00
Printing $4,000.00
Special Interest Communities $1,500.00
Faculty in Residence Education
Materials $500.00
Recruitment/Training $1,500.00
Meals $10,000.00
First Year Experience
Training Meetings $2,000.00
Field Trips $2,500.00
Printing $600.00
Academic ImpactComparative Grade-Point-Averages (Spring 2009)
ON CAMPUS
OFF CAMPUS DIFFERENCE
First Year Freshman (new to NDSU)
2.73 2.48 0.25
Freshman Status (semester) 2.64 2.08 0.56
Freshman Status (cumulative) 2.42 1.99 0.43
Sophomore Status (semester) 3.13 2.73 0.40
Sophomore Status (cumulative) 3.12 2.82 0.30
Junior Status (semester) 3.22 2.73 0.29
Junior Status (cumulative) 3.21 2.98 0.23
Senior Status (semester) 3.18 3.01 0.17
Senior Status (cumulative) 3.25 3.14 0.11
SOURCE: NDSU Registration and Records and Residence Life databases, 2008
Lessons Along the Journey Be Persistent
Be Disciplined Balance Development of New Ideas with Management of Current
Program
Designate Time for Development Retreats In-services Focus Groups
Find Partnerships and Collaborations to Help Navigate Institutional Culture Advisory Group Faculty
Incorporate Assessment (any assessment) into Your Plan
For more information…
www.ndsu.edu/reslife/living_learning_program
QUESTIONS?