Not only will you receive an introduction to one of the four fields of professional engineering offered at Minnesota State Mankato in this learning community, you will also have the opportunity to interact with select faculty from these departments, take part in organized study groups, and interact with peers studying the same subjects.
NOTE: This learning community is recommended only for students majoring in civil, mechanical, electrical and computer engineering. It is NOT recommended for students with any other major, including the engineering technology majors.
As a part of the learning community, you'll be enrolled in the following courses:
*Enrollment in the Alpha Engineering Learning Community is based on ACT Math and Minnesota State Mankato Math Placement Scores. In order to enroll in this learning community, you must be eligible to enroll in MATH 115 or higher based on ACT Math or Minnesota State Mankato Math Placement Test scores.
Preska Residence Community: I Hall, 4th floor (men only)
(Please note that Preska Residence Community I Hall is currently known as McElroy Residence Community I Hall. When Preska construction is completed, I Hall will be considered a part of Preska rather than McElroy.)
Dr. Aaron Budge
Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering
Phone: 507-389-3294
Dr. Patrick Tebbe
Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering
Phone: 507-389-6834
If you're planning to pursue a degree in nursing, consider living and studying with other students who share your interest in healthcare. This learning community will help you develop a solid foundation in this challenging major. You'll meet faculty and staff, enhance your academic skills, and learn about career options.
As a part of the learning community, you'll enroll in the following courses:
It is highly recommended that you take college preparatory biology and chemistry classes in high school in order to prepare yourself for the challenging courses in the nursing program.
McElroy Residence Community: E Hall, 2nd floor (women) and 4th floor (men)
Dr. Julie Hebenstreit
School of Nursing
Phone: 507-389-6828
"Undecided" majors unite! Join other first-year students in a learning community that gives you an opportunity to learn about yourself, develop a plan of study, and explore career opportunities. You'll learn new tools to help you set and reach personal goals and become a successful lifelong learner.
As a part of the learning community, you'll be enrolled in the following courses:
McElroy Residence Community: H Hall, 1st floor (men) and 2nd floor (women)
Office of First Year Experience
Phone: 507-389-5498
Toll Free: 800-722-0544
Building skills such as critical and creative thinking, problem-solving, communication, and working as a part of a team are essential to a successful future. Courses and majors in the liberal arts can help you develop those skills. Whether you're interested in taking a few courses from the College of Arts and Humanities, exploring and considering majors, or have already decided on a major, this learning community may fit what you need. Courses offered in this learning community fill general education requirements, while allowing you to explore and take some of the most popular courses Minnesota State Mankato has to offer.
As a part of the learning community, you'll be enrolled in the following courses:
McElroy Residence Community: E Hall, 3rd floor (women) and 4th floor (men)
College of Arts and Humanities
Phone: 507-389-1712
If you're a future dental hygienist, this learning community will give you camaraderie and support as you complete dental hygiene prerequisite courses, participate in activities, and develop relationships with faculty from the dental hygiene department.
As a part of the learning community, you'll be enrolled in the following courses:
*It is recommended, although not a part of the learning community courses, that students also register for:
*Failure to complete a minimum of 16 credits per semester may result in a five-year completion of the bachelor's degree.
McElroy Residence Community: F Hall, 3rd floor (men) and 4th floor (women)
Professor Lynnette Engeswick
Dental Hygiene Department
Phone: 507-389-1313
In this learning community, future teachers develop an understanding of teaching and professionalism through active learning experiences like tutoring, shadowing, and mentoring in school settings. Your commitment to the field will be strengthened while living and studying with fellow elementary education majors.
As a part of the learning community, you'll be enrolled in the following courses:
*It is recommended, although not a part of the learning community courses, that students with a limited math background also register for MATH 098: Intermediate Algebra (4 credits).
McElroy Residence Community: H Hall, 3rd floor (men) and 4th floor (women)
Dr. Ginger Zierdt
Educational Studies: Elementary and Early Childhood
Phone: 507-389-2431
If you're planning to pursue a degree in nursing, consider living and studying with other students who share your interest in healthcare. This learning community will help you develop a solid foundation in this challenging major. You'll meet faculty and staff, enhance your academic skills, and learn about career options.
As a part of the learning community, you'll enroll in the following courses:
It is highly recommended that you take college preparatory biology and chemistry classes in high school in order to prepare yourself for the challenging courses in the nursing program.
McElroy Residence Community: E Hall, 1st floor (women) and 4th floor (men)
Dr. Julie Hebenstreit
School of Nursing
Phone: 507-389-6828
If you're interested in working in the healthcare field but haven't narrowed it down to a specific profession, this learning community may be for you. You'll develop strong connections to faculty and staff in the College of Allied Health and Nursing who will guide you through the wide variety of careers in healthcare. The courses offered fill requirements for many health related majors as well as General Education requirements.
As a part of the learning community, you'll be enrolled in the following courses:
McElroy Residence Community: F Hall, 1st floor (women) and 2nd floor (men)
Shirley Murray
College of Allied Health and Nursing
Phone: 507-389-5194
This learning community was designed for students considering careers in public service or government, including law enforcement, corrections, aviation, political science, or military science. The courses offered will help you explore different interest areas, as well as get you on the right path toward your career in service. Most of the courses fulfill general education requirements.
As a part of the learning community, you'll be enrolled in the following courses:
McElroy Residence Community: G Hall, 1st floor (men and women)
Gerald Bohl
Department of Military Science
Phone: 507-389-5088
Students who meet the Honors Program requirements will be challenged through their coursework and out of class experiences while participating in this learning community and throughout their academic career. For details and information about enrollment in the Honors Program and this learning community, please contact Dr. Chris Corley in the Honors Office at 507-389-5191.
As a part of the learning community, you'll be able to choose from special Honors sections of the following courses:
Be sure to contact Dr. Chris Corley at 507-389-5191 for Honors Program Application information. You will not be accepted into the Honors Learning Community unless you are first accepted into the Honors Program.
Preska Residence Community: I Hall, 1st floor (women) and 2nd floor (men)
(Please note that Preska Residence Community I Hall is currently known as McElroy Residence Community I Hall. When Preska construction is completed, I Hall will be considered a part of Preska rather than McElroy.)
Dr. Chris Corley
Honors Director
Phone: 507-389-5191
If you're interested in pursuing any major within the science, technology, engineering, or math fields, but feel you need additional preparation and/or support, this learning community is for you! We will provide you with the support and coursework to build a strong foundation in your challenging field. Students will have opportunities to connect with faculty from various disciplines and find their place within the College of Science, Engineering, and Technology.
As a part of the learning community, you'll be enrolled in the following courses:
*Enrollment in the ISET Learning Community is based on ACT Math and Minnesota State Mankato Math Placement Scores.
McElroy Residence Community: H Hall, 3rd floor (men) and 4th floor (women)
Dr. Dan Swart
Chemistry Department
Phone: 507-389-6454
Ken Adams
College of Science, Engineering & Technology
Student Advising Center
Phone: 507-389-1521
Are you pursuing teaching in the middle and high schools? Connect with other students with your same goal! You'll have the opportunity to interact with faculty who have a vested interest in seeing future teachers obtain the skills and confidence they need to be successful in the classroom, while taking courses that will advance you toward your goal of teaching and fulfill General Education requirements.
As a part of the learning community, you'll be able to choose from special Honors sections of the following courses:
McElroy Residence Community: F Hall, 1st floor (men) and 2nd floor (women)
Maurella Cunningham
Educational Studies: K-12 and Secondary Programs
Phone: 507-389-5247
Women who have declared or are considering a major in the sciences will enjoy the out-of-class opportunities for study groups, investigation of career options, and social connections with like minded students in this learning community.
As a part of the learning community, you'll be enrolled in the following courses:
*Enrollment in Biology or Chemistry will be based on your area of interest.
**Students will be placed into appropriate Math course based on ACT Math and Minnesota State Mankato Math Placement Scores. Students not eligible for MATH 115 or higher will still be eligible to enroll in the Learning Community and will take the appropriate Math course (not included in the Learning Community).
To enroll in CHEM 191, you must be eligible to enroll in MATH 115 or higher based on ACT Math and Minnesota State Mankato Math Placement Test scores.
McElroy Residence Community: I Hall, 3rd floor (women only)
(Please note that Preska Residence Community I Hall is currently known as McElroy Residence Community I Hall. When Preska construction is completed, I Hall will be considered a part of Preska rather than McElroy.)
Leah Roue
Department of Construction Management
Phone: 507-389-5925
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