Engaged Learning and Interdisciplinary Programs 359 Engaged Learning and Interdisciplinary Programs Weber State University has a long history of engaging students in learning both inside and outside the classroom. Engaged learning fosters intellectual and personal growth, critical thinking, problem solving, civic engagement, and professional and career development opportunities. Students engage with faculty members in small groups or one-on-one, for an intellectually challenging experience that is enhanced by professional and real world application of knowledge. The Office of Undergraduate Research, Community-Based Learning Program, and Honors Program continue to facilitate the engaged learning of WSU students by collaborating with disciplines across colleges. These programs offer engaged learning opportunities in undergraduate research, community-based and service learning, and classes that provide a stimulating, creative and supportive learning environment. Interdisciplinary programs provide students the opportunity to expand their learning across different subject areas, and contribute to a well-rounded educational experience. Program Chairs/Directors/Coordinators Undergraduate Research: Dr. John Cavitt 801-626-8541 CBL Program Dr. Brenda Marsteller Kowalewski 801-626-7737 Honors Program: Dr. Judy Elsley 801-626-7591 Bachelor of Integrated Studies (BIS): 801-626-7713 Library Science: Joan Hubbard 801-626-6403 Asian Studies: Dr. Greg Lewis 801-626-6781 Enviro nmental Studes: Dr. M ikel Vause 801-626-6659 Ethnic Studies: Dr. Hal Elliott 801-626-6945 European Studies: Dr. Thomas Mathews 801-626-6345 Latin American Studies: Dr. Alicia Giralt 8 o 1 - 6 2 6 - 6 72 6 Learning English for Academic Purposes (LEAP): Amy Reimann 801-626-7180 Legal Studies: Dr. Thorn Kuehls 801-626-6696 Linguistics: Dr. Mark LeTourneau 801-626-6386 Neuroscience: Dr. Matt Schmolesky 801-626-8745 Urban and Regional Planning: Dr. Bryan Dorsey 801-626-6944 Women's Studies: Dr. Michelle Paustenbaugh 801-626-7810 Office of Undergraduate Research Director: Dr. John Cavitt (801) 626-8541 Office Manager: Amy Douangdara Location: Library, Suite 58 Internet Address: weber.edu/OUR Weber State University offers undergraduates the opportunity to work directly with faculty on projects that involve research, scholarly and creative activities. These projects are designed and implemented by students with the support and guidance of WSU faculty. Undergraduate research, and scholarly and creative activities must include: • inquiry, study or investigation of a question or problem; • methodology, including safety and ethical practices, appropriate to the discipline; • relevant, meaningful, and engaging intellectual or creative contribution and/or application to the discipline which is of high-quality and which results in a tangible product (abstract, paper, performance, object) which can be shared or disseminated; and • ongoing supervision and mentoring by individuals with appropriate expertise. Undergraduate research has long been an important part of the college experience at Weber State University. The Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) supports students by offering grants for research and travel for dissemination of results. In addition, OUR publishes Ergo, WSU's undergraduate research journal, and sponsors an undergraduate research symposium each spring semester. Community-Based Learning Program Director: Dr. Brenda Marsteller Kowalewski (801) 626-7737 Office Manager: Carla Jones Location: Community Involvement Center, Shepherd Union, Suite 327 Internet Address: weber.edu/Communitylnvolvement The Community-Based Learning (CBL) Program at Weber State University consists of a collection of courses designed to provide students learning opportunities through real life experiences and application of knowledge in the community. These courses provide a structured approach to learning and teaching that connects meaningful community experience with intellectual development, personal growth, and active citizenship. Community-based learning enriches coursework by encouraging students to apply the knowledge and analytic tools gained in the classroom to the pressing issues affecting local communities. Two particular forms of Community-Based Learning are practiced at Weber State University — service-learning and community-based research. Service-Learn ing, conceptualized in broad terms, "is a teaching and learning approach that integrates community service with academic study to enrich learning, teach civic responsibility, and strengthen communities" (National Commission on Service Learning, 2002). Through assignments and class discussions, students reflect on their service in order to increase their understanding of course content, gain a broader appreciation of a discipline, and Weber State University 2012-2013 Catalog