Objectives of Discovery
Student participation in Discovery is encouraged throughout their undergraduate years. All activities emphasize collaborative learning, critical thinking, problem-solving, reflection and self-assessment.
The recommended achievements for each year are as follows:
Discovery I - Foundations
- Transition and integrate into the campus community.
- Connect with campus resources and departmental activities and programs.
- Select appropriate courses and learn the course registration process.
- Enroll in student-centered courses offered through the Learning Communities or the College Students in Transition course.
- Improve skills in written and oral communication and computer literacy.
- Begin to establish connections with faculty, staff, peers and alumni.
- Access support services as academic issues and concerns are encountered.
Discovery II - Reflections, Career Exploration and Action Planning
- Explore academic and career interests.
- Refine the art of self-reflection.
- Learn about creating a portfolio to capture and document achievements.
- Develop a plan of action outlining personal and professional goals and steps towards achievement.
Discovery III - Experiential Education
- Engage in an activity or service on campus or in the community.
- Assess learning from the experience outside the classroom.
Discovery IV - Capstone
- Complete a capstone course/activity that is a culmination of college experiences.
- Finalize a portfolio of achievements that could be used in a graduate school application process or job search.