Experiential Learning
At the College of Arts and Sciences, you'll embark on an incredible journey of experiential learning that goes beyond textbooks. Collaborating closely with faculty members, you'll dive into cutting-edge research, fieldwork and professional pursuits. Pushing the boundaries of the traditional classroom, you'll gain practical skills and make a tangible impact.
Go beyond the classroom with learning experiences with the:
Capital Intern Program
Explore your passion for public policy with an internship in the executive and legislative branches of Michigan government, gaining invaluable experience while earning credit.
Cold Case Program
Take the chance to learn from experienced Michigan State Police detectives and acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to tackle cold homicide and missing person cases.
Communication and Social Robotics Lab
Rooted in the theory base of communication studies and related fields of study, delve into the human-robot interaction and the roles that perception plays in these interactions.
Fort St. Joseph Archeological Project
Combine theories and methods of archeology by participating in practical excavation and laboratory processes at Fort St. Joseph, a mission-garrison post complex established by the French in 1691.
Kalamazoo Autism Center
Recently awarded $4 million through the state budget, you will work to improve the lives of individuals with autism and their families by providing evidence-based, individualized treatment and therapy.
Michigan Geological Repository for Research and Education
Immerse yourself in experience-based training with industry mentors to prepare yourself for a future career in geosciences addressing critical issues that face communities.