HIP Seminars
To enhance the academic experience and foster a vibrant university community, CORE has added four High Impact Practice Seminars to its catalog. These seminars are designed to be enjoyable and engaging, offering students valuable opportunities for experiential learning.
Interested in teaching a HIP Seminar? Apply at the link below:
First Session
Block n' Roll: Intro to Printmaking
Date: Fridays, August 29 - October 10
Time: 10:30-11:45am
Location:
Alexandria Museum of Art
933 Main St., Alexandria, LA
Details:
Hands-On Experience! Carve, ink, and print your own works, including a large-scare steamroller print.
Work with peers on a group project and present your finished pieces with a professional artist statement.
Unique location! Classes meet at the Alexandria Museum of Art for a true studio and gallery learning experience.
Second Session
UAV Drone Safety and Systems
Date: Mondays, October 20 - December 7
Time: 3:00-4:15pm
Contact: David Saucier - dsaucier@lsua.edu
Details:
Gain hands-on experience flying UAV drones with a focus on safety and operation.
Students will pilot drones, apply best practices, and test for Trust Licenses to fly drones under 251 grams recreationally.
Schedule Now in Self-Service - Search for HIPT 1001: High Impact Special Topics
Open to all majors and earns one course credit!
HIP Seminars - General Descriptions
Lec. 1 - Lab 0 - Cr. 1
Through a combination of lecture and experiential learning, students will learn to raise important questions, assess information, make well-supported arguments, and draw thoughtful conclusions about broad and significant issues in the humanities (e.g., communication Studies, English, History, Philosophy, Religion, and languages.) Students who take the course will improve their communication skills through written and oral presentation, develop the ability to analyze and synthesize information logically, and increase their understanding of methods of inquiry in the humanities. A course may be repeated for a maximum of three hours of credit when topics change. Offered as needed.
Course Objectives
Investigate current and select topics and ideas.
Evaluate real life application of topic.
Practice critical and creative thinking in a reflective essay.
Demonstrate knowledge of current events and application related to the course topic.
Lec 1 - Lab 0 - Cr 1
Through a combination of lecture and experiential learning, students will learn how to find, analyze, and synthesize data on a significant topic in the natural sciences (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Physical Science, Physics). Students who take the course will improve their communication skills through written and oral presentation and develop a basic understanding of the scientific method and its application. Course may be repeated for a maximum of three hours of credits when topics change. Offered as needed.
Course Objectives
Investigate current and select topics and ideas.
Evaluate real life application of topic.
Practice critical and creative thinking in a reflective essay.
Demonstrate knowledge of current events and application related to the course topic.
Lec 1 - Lab 0 - Cr 1
Through a combination of lecture and experiential learning, students will learn how to find, analyze, and synthesize data on a significant topic in the social sciences (e.g., Psychology, Social Work, Political Science, Business, Anthropology, Criminal Justice, Economics, Geography, International Studies, or Sociology). Students in the course will develop the ability to communicate through written or oral presentation, develop the ability to analyze and synthesize information logically, and increase their understanding of the methods of inquiry in the social sciences. Course may be repeated for a maximum of three hours of credit when topics change. Offered as needed.
Course Objectives
Investigate current and select topics and ideas.
Evaluate real life application of topic.
Practice critical and creative thinking in a reflective essay.
Demonstrate knowledge of current events and application related to the course topic.
Lec 1 - Lab 0 - Cr 1
Through a combination of lecture and experiential learning, students will learn how to raise important questions, assess information, make well-supported arguments, and draw thoughtful conclusions about broad and significant issues. The course will foster critical thinking skills and introduce students to basic modes of thinking that transcend the disciplines. Course may be repeated for a maximum of three hours of credit when topics change. Offered as needed.
Course Objectives
Investigate current and select topics and ideas.
Evaluate real life application of topic.
Practice critical and creative thinking in a reflective essay.
Demonstrate knowledge of current events and application related to the course topic.
HIPS Policy and Application Process
In order to enhance the academic experience and support a vibrant university community, CORE will offer one-credit academic seminars. These fun and engaging seminars will allow students to engage in various experiential learning activities.
Policies
Each course must meet 7 times for no less than 75 minutes. In addition, each course must have an external event (field trip, service learning, interviews) to account for the additional required seat time.
Each course will use a common syllabus to ensure the learning objectives are met.
Any faculty or staff can apply to teach a HIP seminar. Applicants must identify which designation their course should receive based on which area they are certified to teach in. See course descriptions below.
Each course will aim to have at least 8 students and will be capped at 12 students.
Application process
Applicants can apply to teach in the Fall or Spring semester for the academic year. Each application will be reviewed by a committee of 3 faculty members, 2 staff, and 6 current LSUA students. Applicant names will be removed prior to the committee members review. To apply, complete the following form:
https://forms.office.com/r/qdLLxhddtn?origin=lprLink
Selection Criteria
Priority will be given to courses that represent each of the categories to help provide balanced offerings. The top scoring applications in each category will be selected. A score of 1-5 will be given to each of the following categories.
Creativity/Novelty - This course provides content in a new and creative way.
Engagement/Fun - This course engages students in a fun way that encourages active participation.
Communication - This course encourages communication skill development through writing and/or presentations.
Cultural Experiences - This course provides students an opportunity to experience a new perspective or culture through travel, interviews, presentations, books, or experiences.
Interest - How likely would you be to sign up for this class?
After courses are selected, they will be given to the appropriate dean for final approval to ensure that the topic and professor is appropriate for the selected designation. Each topic can only be offered one time per academic year. Professors will be notified of the selections. A stipend of $1000 will be paid for each term.
