U-Courses: Learning by Design

Within the U-course students are treated as emerging professionals and innovators. Their work is project-based and is supported by student mentors who act as writing coaches, subject matter advisors, and project managers.  Projects may include blogs, mock political campaigns, community projects, simulations, films, interactive exhibits, and much more.

• Experience a flexible, non-traditional learning environment

• Participate in creating films, blogs, and interactive exhibits

• Go beyond the classroom, into the Chico community

• Work closely with faculty and experienced college students

• Earn credit for your first-year writing and American government requirements

This fall’s U-Course meets at a non-standard time: Fridays from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. There is an online component which students complete at times that work for them during the week. Academic Advisors at Summer Orientation stand ready to work with U-Course students at Summer Orientation to create a schedule that includes a Sunday-Monday "weekend" whenever possible.

This program is recommended for students by the Provost of our University.

If you have questions, feel free to contact us by calling (530) 898-6579.