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Living Learning Communities
Living Learning Communities provide students the opportunity to connect with someone as soon as they arrive on EKU’s campus. LLC’s consist of a group of students with similar majors who live on the same floor or floors of a Residence Hall.
In many cases, students who participate in a Living Learning Community are more likely to stay in college and tend to have higher GPA’s than those who do not participate in these communities. Because of their LLC experience, students are also better able to connect with each other, along with all of the faculty and staff connected with LLC’s. Finally, LLC’s give students the opportunity to explore the region, participate in shared coursework and start the path towards academic success at EKU.
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Living Learning Community Options
Explore Living Learning Community (LLC) options and review the LLC Highlights to find the community that is the best fit for you.
Students approved to live in an LLC are expected to participate in the community experience by:
- Attending the Fall LLC Orientation and Spring Welcome Back Mixer
- Submitting an LLC Commitment Form within the first two weeks of the fall and spring semesters
- Participating in scheduled LLC and residence hall events hosted by campus partners and hall staff
Note: LLCs are subject to change year to year.
WHO?
For students who are fluent in ASL, and/or majoring in the American Sign Language & Interpreter Education program.
WHAT?
In partnership with the ASLIE Department, the American Sign Language (ASL) LLC offers residents the opportunity to build meaningful connections with peers, faculty, and staff who are invested in their success. The ASL LLC provides residents the opportunity to engage themselves in deaf culture, as well as access to the ASL spaces across the EKU campus and Richmond community.
LLC Highlights
- Programs focused on connecting students to professionals and alumni in the area, including opportunities to connect with Interpreters in the area to hear about their professional journey
- ASL Story Night, Mock Interviews for the Interpreter Education Program, Movie Nights, holiday parties and special events.
- Ability to engage with the American Sign Language Student Association
WHO?
For students participating in the Colonel Challenge program through the College of Justice, Safety & Military Science.
WHAT?
The Colonel’s Barracks LLC incorporates the values of the Army and ROTC program to provide a unique community and experience for residents participating in the EKU Colonel Challenge program.
LLC Highlights
- Challenge yourself on the repel tower.
- Special events for members of Colonel’s Barracks centered around the values of the Army and what it means to be a member of The Colonel’s Battalion
- Meet your Military Science and Leadership faculty at the annual ROTC breakfast.
Academic Course
- Students who participate in the Colonel’s Barracks LLC will have the opportunity to participate in a clustered course with fellow residents.
WHO?
For students majoring/minoring in degree programs for the College of Education and Applied Human Sciences.
WHAT?
The Education LLC is one of the first steps to success as an Education major at EKU. Residents who live in the community will attend special meet and greets with faculty and staff, learn about the variety of specialties in Education as a career, as well as form close bonds with their peers.
LLC Highlights
- Workshops solely for Education majors focused on what it takes to be a successful first-year student in the major
- Informational events related to education where members of the learning community learn further about topics specific to them as education majors and future educators.
Academic Course
- Students who participate in the Education LLC will have the opportunity to participate in a clustered course with fellow residents.
WHO?
For students majoring/minoring in degree programs in the Department of Engineering & Technology.
WHAT?
The Engineering LLC is home to our residents enrolled in the designated programs from the Department of Engineering and Technology. Engineering LLC residents LLC will attend special events with their faculty and staff, and form close bonds with their peers in this developing community.
WHO?
For students majoring in Aviation.
WHAT?
The Flight Deck LLC is a unique opportunity for Aviation students to live and learn together during their time at EKU. Flight Deck LLC residents will spend more intentional time exploring the history and career options in the Aviation field, and participate in exciting social traditions such as Movie Night in the hangar of the regional airport, or trips to local museums and attractions.
LLC Highlights
- Annual events at the Madison County Airport, giving students the opportunity to connect with professionals and faculty members in the Aviation department
- Trips and behind the scenes tours of various airports/aviation spots in the surrounding area (previous trips have included the Louisville International Airport)
- Meet and Greet with a variety of aviation experts
- Movie night at the Central Kentucky Regional Airfield
Academic Course
- Students who participate in Flight Deck will have the opportunity to participate in a clustered course with fellow residents.
WHO?
For students majoring/minoring in Forensic Science.
WHAT?
The ForSci LLC is the home for all forensic scientists. ForSci LLC residents will enjoy events including real forensic lab tours, murder mystery nights, and fire safety training. ForSci LLC residents will also have multiple opportunities to interact and connect with forensic professionals and program faculty.
LLC Highlights
- Monthly Sherlock Seminar Series in the residence hall and hosted by Forensic Science faculty and professionals in the field
- Opportunities to visit forensic and crime labs across the region
- Yearly semester kick off cookout
- Relax with movie nights
- Special events at the Forensic Science Crime House, including a Murder Mystery Night, and events with the Forensic Science student club
Academic Course
- Students who participate in the ForSci LLC will have the opportunity to participate in a clustered course with fellow residents.
WHO?
For students majoring/minoring in degree programs in the College of Health Sciences.
WHAT?
The Health Sciences LLC is the home for students in the College of Health Sciences. From Nursing to Occupational Therapy to Recreation and Park Administration, there is truly a space for everyone in the LLC. Health Sciences LLC members will enjoy events and special perks focused on helping students connect with others with similar majors, as well as ensure success in their academic endeavors. Students who live in the Health Sciences LLC will have special access to faculty and staff in the College of Health Sciences, as well as the ability to get first-hand experience with all of the fun and exciting things happening in the College.
LLC Highlights
- Trips across campus and the Richmond/Lexington communities to connect with professionals and alumni from the College of Health Sciences
- Opportunities to visit practice labs with faculty and staff to get hands-on experience
- Special study groups and tutors in the residence hall specializing in College of Health Sciences courses and Gen Ed’s
Academic Course
- Students who participate in the Health Sciences LLC will have the opportunity to participate in a clustered course, HSO 100, with fellow residents.
WHO?
For students officially accepted into the EKU Honors program.
WHAT?
Residents in the Honors LLC will be able to engage more regularly with EKU Honors faculty and staff. The Honors LLC will also provide an opportunity for Honors program participants to live and continue to learn together in a close-knit community of their peers.
LLC Highlights
- RAs who are honors students and have been through the same honors experiences, providing guidance and mentorship.
- Interest groups created by RAs with buy-in from residents to provide programming in a wide variety of areas (cooking, crafts, outdoor activities, gaming, etc.)
- Monthly “Honors Hour” events hosted by honors program faculty and staff on a topic of importance to the honors community.
Academic Course
- Students who live in the Honors LLC have the opportunity to participate in a clustered course with fellow residents.
WHO?
For students majoring/minoring in degree programs in the College of Justice, Safety & Military Science.
WHAT?
The Justice and Safety LLC provides residents the opportunity to live on the same floor as their peers studying similar or comparable degree programs. Through unique opportunities, coursework and fun events, these residents will form a close-knit community with each other and faculty/staff from their college.
LLC Highlights
- Monthly opportunities to connect with faculty and staff members in the College of Justice Safety
- Activities connecting students with College of Justice and Safety alumni and professionals in the field
- Annual events such as the 9/11 Tribute (traditional event at EKU) and a welcome back BBQ
- Trips to various Justice and Safety sites in the Kentucky/Ohio/Tennessee region
- Spring career fair opportunities for our Justice and Safety majors. This College Career Fair has over 40 local, state and federal attendees to recruit our students every March. This is a great networking opportunity for internships and co-ops.
- We offer advising and tutoring, guest speaker lectures and much more!
Academic Course
- Students who participate in Justice and Safety LLC will have the opportunity to participate in a clustered JSO 101 course with fellow residents.
WHO?
For students majoring in the EKU PGA Golf Management program.
WHAT?
The PGM LLC provides residents with the opportunity to live in a close-knit community with first year and returners in the PGM program at EKU, while also providing students with the ability to connect with various faculty, staff, alumni, and golf professionals.
LLC Highlights
- Weekly golf competitions at the Arlington Golf and Country Club.
- Opportunities to connect and engage with faculty members in the PGA Golf Management Program.
- Alumni networking events as well as fun social opportunities, like the Masters Watch party.
- Activities in the residence hall focused on success as a member of the PGA Golf Management Program, including resume reviews with alumni and connections with internship opportunities.
Academic Course
- Students who participate in the PGM LLC will have the opportunity to participate in a clustered course (BTO 101) with fellow residents.
Important Dates
- February 2
Current Student LLC application closes - March 1
New Student LLC application closes