We offer a variety of experiential learning courses that will help students increase their success in college-- and in the workplace. There are several courses that assist students to assess their strengths, find their purpose, market themselves, and give back to their communities. Using Kolb's model of experiential learning and NACE's Career Readiness Competencies, these courses give students space to reflect upon and articulate the value of their experiences.
Experiential Learning Courses
Transition and Academic Success Courses
These courses can help you hit the ground running by providing resources and support to ensure your college transition is as smooth as possible.
Career Readiness and Self-Exploration Courses
Students who need guidance to explore their major and career options have the opportunity to take courses that will help with career development and preparation.
Service-Learning Courses
Service-learning is a great way to earn academic credit while serving your community at the same time. These courses mix classroom instruction, applied learning, and reflection. Students can begin taking these courses as early as their first year!
- GST 102 - Contemporary Social Issues
- GST 302 - Community Engagement
- GST 303 - Leadership in Your Field
- GST 306 - Oswego Children's Project: Introduction and Training
- GST 307 - Oswego Children's Project: Advanced Training and Site Placement
- GST 311 - Focus Forward Mentoring Skills and Practices
- GST 312 - Focus Forward Leadership in Mentoring
On Campus Peer-to-Peer Practicum Courses
EXCEL works with on-campus partners to provide quality peer mentoring opportunities for students interested in helping others. The following courses are paired with practical, peer-to-peer experiences that promote skills development for student mentors, and overall wellbeing and belonging for their peers!
Some of the programs we support with our courses include:
| GST 304 - New Student Transition Theory | First-Year Success Coaches | EXCEL: Experiential Courses & Engaged Learning |
| GST 304 - New Student Transition Theory | Laker Leaders | Student Orientation & Family Engagement |
| GST 308 - Peer Tutor Training | Peer Tutors | Office of Learning Services |
| GST 318 - CSC Peer Education | C.O.P.E. Mentors | Counseling Services Center |
| GST 350 - Peer Health Education | Peer Health Educators | Dean of Students |
| GST 333 - Career Practicum | Advisement Guides | Advisement Center |
Internships & Co-Ops
Internships, co-ops, and practicum are registered experiences that help you explore your career options and boost your resume through both real-world experiences, and formal classroom instruction.