Students learning on campus at The University of Akron.

Available Learning Communities

There are more than 50 learning communities (LCs) available for you to explore. LCs are groups of 20-25 students who take classes together focused on a specific theme, academic area, or interest.

Learning Communities

To join a Learning Community, talk with your academic advisor during your Advising & Class Registration appointment or select your preferred LC via your New Student Kick Off Profile.

FAQs

  • Learning Communities have limited spots and are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • To be eligible, you must have confirmed your intent to enroll at UA.
  • Individual communities may have additional eligibility criteria identified within their descriptions listed below.
  • Some communities use specific academic criteria (i.e. placement tests) to place students into certain courses.
  • You can reserve your spot for select LCs prior to meeting with your advisor by completing your Student Kick Off Profile.

 

Interdisciplinary:

 

Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences:

 

 

College of Business:

 

 

College of Engineering and Polymer Science:

 

 

College of Health and Human Sciences:

 

For more information:

Dan Reichert
Director, Learning Communities & First Year Seminar
330-972-7323 or dreichert@uakron.edu