What is a Scholars Community?
A scholars community differs from a residential learning community in that it is generally interdisciplinary, by invitation, and offered by one or more colleges. Our current communities, the Jones Scholars, the EN Thompson Scholars, the Justin Morrill Smith Scholars and CBA Connects all have goals of academic excellence regardless of the student's specific major, leadership development and the development of citizenship.What scholar communities do you offer?
To the right our scholar communities are listed with links to scholar community specific information.
Should I select a Scholars Community or a Learning Community?
Your decision between a Scholars Community and a Learning Community may depend on courses offered, community goals, the focus of the community and your long range plans. If you can't decide feel free to contact us with questions.Scholars Communities are by Invitation. What Do You Mean?
Scholars communities are committed to staying aligned with the vision of the community. Depending on the community, members are invited based on a combination of academic achievement, demonstrated desire to participate in the community's goals or enrollment in the college. Each description provides more information regarding membership.Do students in Scholars Communities live in the Residence Halls?
Yes, these are also residential communities.