A GRINNELL EDUCATION At the center of a Grinnell education is intensive mentoring of students by the faculty. This mentoring begins in the First-Year Tutorial, the only required course at Grinnell College. While faculty members from all academic departments teach the tutorial and their topics vary widely, every tutorial emphasizes writing, critical thinking and analysis, oral … [Read more...]
Carnegie Mellon University
Carnegie Mellon University is a global research university with more than 11,000 students, 84,000 alumni, and 4,000 faculty and staff. Recognized for its world-class arts and technology programs, collaboration across disciplines and innovative leadership in education, Carnegie Mellon is consistently a top-ranked university. The university began as a small technical school … [Read more...]
Georgetown University
Georgetown Mission The mission of Georgetown University manifests itself in multiple ways that extend beyond the classroom. Our faculty engage in research and scholarship that extends around the globe. By tackling some of the most critical intellectual and social issues of the day, faculty demonstrate Georgetown's commitment to academic excellence and serving … [Read more...]
Valparaiso University – International Lutheran University
Valparaiso University continues a legacy of quality education that extends throughout a proud history of more than 150 years. And at Valpo, a student’s personal journey extends beyond classrooms and books. A focus on learning through service and emphasis on broadening experiences help Valpo students develop into thoughtful leaders who work to make the world a better … [Read more...]