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Institution-Wide Student Learning Outcomes

As ÈËÊÞÐÔ½» University’s strategic action plan IMPACT 2025 was developed, a set of Institution-Wide Student Learning Outcomes (ISLOs) were identified as hallmarks of the ÈËÊÞÐÔ½» educational experience.   These outcomes recognize student learning as institution-wide, spanning the student educational experience over time, and across both curricular and co-curricular activities.  ÈËÊÞÐÔ½»â€™s outcomes were designed with 21st century skills at the forefront, and as such the ISLOs encompass core academic knowledge and technical skills as well as skills of self-reflection and adaptation, teamwork and collaboration, and understanding moral beliefs and human differences.  

The ISLOs are organized into three major themes:

  • Innovation: Muskies are problem solvers.
  • Initiative: Muskies are purpose-driven.
  • Impact: Muskies change communities.

Theme #1

INNOVATION — Muskies are problem solvers

GOAL: ÈËÊÞÐÔ½» students become creative problem solvers and confident risk-takers who use their skills and knowledge as catalysts for change.

OUTCOMES: ÈËÊÞÐÔ½» students will:

  • Identify and solve problems
  • Access and evaluate information
  • Use and adapt to new technologies
  • Demonstrate resilience while managing risk.

OPPORTUNITIES: Learning opportunities include:

  • Problem solving team challenges
  • Applied projects in majors
  • Leadership in student organizations/student life/athletics
  • Internship experiences
  • Faculty/student research projects

Theme #2

INITIATIVE — Muskies are purpose-driven

GOAL: ÈËÊÞÐÔ½» students become self-aware, purpose driven individuals who live well-rounded lives.

OUTCOMES: ÈËÊÞÐÔ½» students will:

  • Explore diverse interests to develop pathways for life-long learning
  • Understand and appreciate different modes of expression
  • Adapt to new or challenging situations
  • Adopt self-reflective practices
  • Pursue habits of (mental/emotional, physical, spiritual) wellness

OPPORTUNITIES: Learning opportunities include:

  • Integrative advising process
  • General education curriculum
  • Field trips and conferences
  • Study abroad and study away
  • Author talks at library
  • Living in community
  • Campus events (speakers, concerts, art exhibits, athletic events)
  • Internships

Theme #3

IMPACT — Muskies change communities

GOAL: ÈËÊÞÐÔ½» students become active community members who positively impact the world around them.

OUTCOMES: ÈËÊÞÐÔ½» students will:

  • Communicate effectively with others
  • Collaborate with teams and demonstrate leadership skills
  • Understand their moral beliefs and make ethical decisions
  • Recognize and respect human differences
  • Demonstrate a commitment to change the world around them

OPPORTUNITIES: Learning opportunities include:

  • ENGL 121 and COMM 200
  • Gen ed Moral Inquiry and Cultural Diversity requirements
  • Academic clubs (History Club, Languages, etc.)
  • Co-curricular opportunities (WMCO, Black & Magenta, First Circle, Music and Theater)
  • Social clubs (Black Student Union, Equality Alliance, World Vision)
  • Fraternity or sorority life
  • Athletics and intramurals
  • Student government
  • Community service projects
  • Religious life programs
  • Internships

These learning outcomes shape the entire undergraduate student experience, as they are embedded in the First-Experience program, general education program, coursework, internships and applied learning projects, and in the Senior Capstone course.  In addition, co-curricular activities, such as athletics, student organizations, student leadership positions, and on and off- campus employment provide a rich array of opportunities to learn and grow throughout the ÈËÊÞÐÔ½» Experience.

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