Experiential Learning

All students pursuing undergraduate degrees in the Department of Government, Public Service, and International Studies (GPI) are encouraged, or in some cases required, to participate in one or more experiential learning activities outside of the traditional classroom.  By participating in experiential learning activities, students may earn UCA credit hours towards one or more of their academic programs (major and minor).  Students majoring in political science, public administration, and international studies may apply for a Student Experiential Learning Fund (SELF) Grant to cover some of the costs of an experiential learning activity outside of the classroom, not including a student’s UCA tuition, fees, housing, and meal plan.  Below is a list of some of the experiential learning activities available to students in the GPI Department.

Academic Service-Learning

Department Honors Thesis