Experiential Learning

Cooperative Education (Co-op) offers career/technical and college transfer credit for practical work experience related to your educational and career goals. Co-op gives you an opportunity to apply theory learned in the classroom to work experience in a career field or engage in intensive service learning. The objective of Co-op is to provide an on-the-job learning experience in a business or organization which adds meaning and direction to the your total education.

Lane offers a limited but growing number of study abroad opportunities. Our International Programs department can help you find the perfect program.

Work in an international setting for a full quarter and earn twelve elective credits, six of which may be applied to your Honors Program requirements. Work abroad is available all terms including summer, but you must apply six months in advance. Financial aid may help cover the cost of an international work experience; however, international work experience costs more than a typical term at Lane. For full information, see International Co-op.

Service Learning Courses integrates meaningful community service with instruction. Lane offers a variety of courses that either require or offer an optional service learning assignment.

Enroll in a service learning cooperative education course and earn three elective credits (108 work hours) at a community site or on a project for a community partner. Learn about relevant issues and contribute to the work of the organization. Address real community needs, practice critical thinking, citizenship and civic responsibility, develop skills, explore career options, and network with professionals. Set your learning objectives and participate in faculty-led guided reflection activities.

Become a Student Service Associate (SSA) and serve as a peer guide in the Counseling Department. SSAs are trained paraprofessionals who guide fellow students with regard to college resources, services and procedures. SSAs serve as positive role models, provide outreach to diverse student groups, and assist with campus-wide events. Plan ahead; applications are accepted Spring term only.