Future Students

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STEMM Learning Community

The STEMM Learning Community supports first-year students studying science, technology, engineering, math or medicine. Connect on a deeper level with your major, the faculty —inside and outside the classroom — and the innovative work being done in the field.

Is this for me?

The STEMM Learning Community is for science, technology, engineering, math and medicine majors who have placed into elementary algebra (R, S or T level) on the Ohio State Math Placement Test and who have been accepted to Ohio State Newark.

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The STEMM Learning Community helps set students up for success in their major by building a strong math foundation in their first year.

Jamie White, Director of Retention & Student Success Initiatives

Benefits

  • Build community through a small cohort model; connect with other STEMM majors and faculty and staff mentors.
  • Participate in experiential, hands-on learning opportunities in STEMM careers.
  • Establish strong math foundation to advance in your STEMM major.
  • Take courses together as a cohort with embedded peer tutors in the classroom for a unique learning environment and opportunities to fulfill requirements.
  • Receive support for the transition to the Columbus campus to finish your degree.

Our students say

“The LC supported me in applying for my major and transitioning to the Columbus campus during my second year.”

 

“I had a lot of fun with a group of peers that I could rely on.”

 

“The faculty who instruct our courses are amazing and we laugh a lot.”

Our faculty say

“The LC is a great opportunity for first-year STEMM students to get connected within their major and assists them with the transition to the Columbus campus.”

 

“Providing a strong math support is critical to students' success in their STEMM major. They gain confidence as they progress in their abilities.”