Engaged Michigan
Engaged learning at the University of Michigan is a co-curricular approach where students actively participate in meaningful, hands-on experiences that connect classroom theory to real-world practice at the local, national, and global levels. Supported by faculty and staff through mentorship and guided practices, engaged learning experiences will enhance a student’s development both academically and personally, to help prepare them for their future as the leaders and best.
Areas of Engaged Learning
Participating in engaged learning at the University of Michigan offers numerous benefits that can significantly enhance both academic and personal development. How will your engaged learning experience take shape? Explore the many areas of engaged learning that U-M has to offer.
Research
Discover uncharted territory through hands-on experimental work or data analysis with a faculty member or graduate student mentor. There are many opportunities for students to participate in research, even at the undergraduate level.
Creative Work
Students must produce, curate, and/or interpret creative work for an authentic and/or critical audience beyond that of a typical course. Find out more about how to engage in creative work at U-M.
International Experiences
International experiences place students in an unfamiliar environment to challenge unexamined cultural assumptions and cultivate a new understanding of their own culture. Find an international experience that is best for you!
Civic Engagement
Civic opportunities are driven by accountability to and respect for an external stakeholder and require that students act to create change. The University has a strong connection to the Detroit community, explore a list of current projects taking place in Detroit.
Internship, Practicum, or Clinical Experience
These experiences are driven by the demands of an external stakeholder and require a student to complete professional tasks while exploring a career path. Find out more about internship opportunities in your area of study!
Experiential Project Experience
Experiential-based projects are learning activities or initiatives that engage individuals in direct experience and focused reflection to increase knowledge, develop skills, and clarify values. These projects emphasize "learning by doing" and often involve hands-on, real-world tasks and challenges that require active participation.
Entrepreneurship
Find a successful entrepreneurship opportunity that is founded on understanding the needs of a group of "customers" or stakeholders.
Team Based Projects
Team-based projects involve collaborative efforts where individuals with diverse skills and expertise work together towards a common goal or objective.
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