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Living Learning Communities (sometimes called Residential Learning CommunitiesFor a good primer on the range of Innovation & Entrepreneurship LLCs in the United States, Themed Housing, or Theme Communities) focused on innovation there is a useful report by Epicenter in collaboration with the University of Maryland and entrepreneurship are available the University of Illinois at many universitiesUrbana-Champaign: [http://epicenter.stanford. The communities listed edu/resource/innovation-entrepreneurship-living-learning-programs Survey Results: Innovation & Entrepreneurship Communities] Listed below are a small sample, of Living Learning Communities focused on innovation and may entrepreneurship. This list is intended to provide ideas for forming a living-learning community at your college or university. Because these communities combine housing (living) with academic or extracurricular opportunities (learning), they provide a social environment and access to resources that can catalyze creativity and innovation among residents.
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= Advice for leading Leading a Living Learning Community =
Living Learning Communities (sometimes called Residential Learning Communities, Themed Housing, or Theme Communities) focused on innovation and entrepreneurship are available at many universities. Leading a Living Learning Community requires a great deal of creativity, passion, community building, and patience. [[Bradley Dice |Bradley Dice]] conducted interviews with University Innovation Fellows [[Jillian Jacques|Jillian Jacques]], [[Corey Brugh|Corey Brugh]], [[Asya Sergoyan|Asya Sergoyan]], and [[Nicole Parker |Nicole Parker]] to crowdsource ideas for . Their expertise in leading residential communities themed around innovation and entrepreneurship. Some common included the following pieces of advice include:
*'''Build in mentorship and support from older students''' (whether a Resident Assistant or other community leader). This makes experiences memorable and establishes a lasting sense of connection to the campus.
*'''Partner with other groups to reduce costs and meet new people.''' Think of other Living Learning Communities and how you might be able to offer interdisciplinary experiences, share ideas, and learn from one another.
*'''Find allies within Residence Life or related academic programs.''' Having strong relationships with partners is essential to the success of the community.
*'''Motivate residents to connect with innovators outside the community.''' Encourage them to meet faculty, administrators, speakers, and other leaders who can provide support, offer advice, and boost their professional network.
= Examples of Living Learning Communities =
The list below documents features, events, opportunities, and requirements listed by the websites located for each community.
**1-hour course in Entrepreneurship for two semesters
**Participation in 3 Day Startup or Startup 101
= Colorado School of Mines' Grand Challenges Community =
*[http://residencelife.mines.edu/RSL-EGC http://residencelife.mines.edu/RSL-EGC]
*This Colorado School of Mines Theme Learning Community focuses on Engineering Grand Challenges and has seen rapid growth in its first few years as word about the program has spread.
*'''LLC Features:'''
**A special course for community residents focusing on Engineering Grand Challenges (such as providing clean water)
**Residents present at the Senior Design Showcase
**Access to labs and faculty working on Engineering Grand Challenges
**Residents are co-creators of the experience, and their input shapes what kinds of events are held
*'''Example Events/Opportunities:'''
**Debate about personalized learning (an Engineering Grand Challenge) in higher education
**Group attendance at campus events like leadership conferences
**Rube Goldberg machine building
**Visiting startups in Denver
**Brainstorming and prototyping activities (What would you do with $10?)
**Teatime Tuesdays
**Some students are attending a summit in Washington, D.C. about Engineering Grand Challenges
*'''Requirements:'''
**1-hour course for two semesters combining design, ethics, and problem solving
= University of Maryland's Hinman CEOs<br/> =