A Unique Opportunity For Campus Residents

A Living Learning Community (LLC) intends to connect students through a shared topic for academic and personal development. Students in an LLC gain a built-in support system of mentoring, networking, and an overall enhanced sense of community. Being in an LLC can help students get a jump start in creating connections within their academic field or cultural identity. Research shows that students in LLCs form connections earlier, make friends more easily, perform better in classes, and graduate at higher rates than students who choose not to live in LLCs. Living Learning Communities offer unique opportunities for campus residents living in Shocker Hall.

How do I sign up to live in an LLC?

To apply for a Living Learning Community, you will select the communities you are most interested in. Students are placed in LLCs based on preference and availability. For your Living Learning Community application to be considered completed, you must agree to all program requirements of the LLC and pay a $30 annual membership fee. The membership fee covers LLC-related events and initiatives throughout the year.

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Overall LLC Goals

  • Develop a sense of belonging at Wichita State University
  • Provide a space for purposeful engagement amongst faculty and staff beyond the classroom
  • Build a community of peers to help with academic and social adjustment to college life

Frequently Asked Questions

 

Where are the Living Learning Communities located? 
All Living Learning Communities are located in Shocker Hall, providing a centralized and energetic residential experience. 
Can I join more than one Living Learning Community? 
No. Each LLC is designed to create a close-knit community by housing students with shared academic interests or cultural identities on the same floor. To maintain this immersive experience, students may only join one LLC. 
Can I participate in an LLC without living on the designated floor? 
No. Living in the designated LLC space is essential to the experience. These communities are built around shared living environments that foster collaboration, support, and connection. 
Is there a cost to join a Living Learning Community? 
Yes. There is a $30 annual membership fee, which supports LLC-specific events, programs, and initiatives throughout the academic year. 
How many Living Learning Communities are available? 

 There are currently eight LLCs: Seven are based on academic interests & one is culturally focused.

How do I choose the right Living Learning Community for me? 
You’ll receive a survey at a later date to help match you with the LLC that best aligns with your interests, goals, or identity.  You will be placed in the LLC based on the survey results. You will be notified via email on which LLC you are in before room selection begins in March.