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Experiential Education 

Experiential education flips the script on traditional learning. It prioritizes active learning through real-world experiences, followed by deep reflection. This approach isn't just about acquiring knowledge; it's about applying it. Students get their hands dirty, making connections between classroom concepts and the real world. This fosters not only knowledge and skill development but also leadership abilities, motivation, and confidence. Experiential education fundamentally changes the relationship between knowledge and learning. It's no longer passive memorization of facts; it's an active process of engaging with knowledge in life-like situations, making it relevant and empowering. 

Internships

Internships engage students in planned, educationally related work and learning experiences that integrate knowledge and theory with practical application and skill development in a professional setting. Often times internships are paid experiences that turn into full-time job offers upon graduation. According to the 2014 Internship & Co-op Survey administered by the National Association of Colleges and Employers, employers make full-time offers to 64.8 percent of their interns. This is not surprising as employers report that the main focus of their experiential education programs such as internships is to recruit entry-level college hires.

Service Learning

Service learning is designed to enhance student learning through meaningful, relevant service in the community. Service learning is an activity that is linked to specific courses and is integrated in the learning outcomes by the course faculty. There are three main components of service learning: academic goals, community need and student reflection. Where the three overlap create an experience that is significant to the student’s growth, his/her academic progress and the community.

Study Abroad

Hilbert College offers a wealth of study abroad opportunities, with programs spanning the globe. Our partnerships extend beyond individual institutions - we're also a proud member of the American Institute for Foreign Study (AIFS), granting access to an additional 14 locations! This opens doors for both Hilbert students seeking an immersive experience abroad and international students looking for a taste of US education at Hilbert.

Embrace the transformative power of studying and living in a new country. Develop invaluable cross-cultural awareness, broaden horizons, and gain a deeper understanding of the world. Explore iconic landmarks, savor unique cuisines, and immerse in a new climate and language. These experiences make you a more well-rounded individual and a standout candidate in the competitive job market.

Leadership Development

Leadership development happens in many ways at Hilbert College, most importantly, in the classroom. Every major has incorporated leadership development into the curriculum to develop and enhance the leadership skills which will be so important in a student’s professional life. In addition, leadership programs at Hilbert College seek to prepare students for leadership roles in service to their communities and professions. Students have the opportunity to develop the necessary skills through education, development, and training both in and out of the classroom, as well as service learning, volunteer work, and active engagement in college and community life.
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