Learning Communities at DSU

 Learning Communities are designed to make the transition to Delaware State University (DSU) easier, we at DSU offer students the opportunity to participate in Learning Communities (LCs) and/or Living-Learning Communities (L-LCs) during their first year. The purpose of a LC is to create connections. All LCs allow groups of students with similar interests to connect with each other, connect to campus activities, and connect to faculty.

What is a Learning Community?

A learning community (LC) is a group of students who have the same major and are enrolled in the same courses. A LC provides students with a strong academic foundation through integrative learning. This is accomplished by linking two or more courses across disciplines based upon a common theme or interest. This fall, based upon your major you may be in a linked course that is led by a dedicated faculty member who is committed to your academic success. The following is a list of our LC offerings; Apply online. 

Learning Communities Themes  (Linked Courses) 

• College Advance  (English Composition I and American History from 1865)​
• The Physical Energy of Engineering  (Physics and Engineering)
• Carefully Calculating Aerodynamics  (College Algebra and Aviation)
• The Chemistry of Life  (English Composition I and Chemistry)
• Organisms, Writing, and Problem-Solving   (English Composition I, Biology, and Quantitative Skills)
• Accounting for Your Future   (English Composition I and Accounting)

What is a Living-Learning Community?

A living-learning community (L-LC) allows students the option to live as a community of learners in a designated section of a residence hall for a particular cohort of students. L-LC students mingle with other students of various majors. The activities of the L-LC are organized by its creative coordinator, and in some cases, upper classmen.  Below we have listed the L-LC offerings, please visit Living-Learning Community for more details.  

Living-Learning Communities (Residential/Themed)

• College Advance
• Health & Wellness
• Jumpstart
• Leadership & Service
• Project Success

What Can a Learning Community Offer Me?

Learning communities were created to help first year students successfully transition into college by providing a multilevel support system which includes faculty, staff, students, and peer mentors. Students who actively participate in learning communities have:

• Common classes
• Common extracurricular and or cocurricular activities
• Common faculty/instructor who are interested in your academic growth and development
• Peer mentors to whom you can turn to for extra support

Who Can Be in a Learning Community?

You can, all incoming first time freshmen students are eligible to participate in learning communities.  Upon being accepted, read all emails that are subject-marked “Learning Communities” carefully and be sure to follow through on all instructions!

How to Apply? 

If you are interested in any of the Learning or Living- Learning Communities listed above and complete the application form. You will also have an opportunity to enroll in a Learning Community with the help of your Advisor during New Student Orientation. 

Want More Information?

 Please feel free to contact us at learningcommunities@desu.edu   or 302-857-7201.