Living-Learning Communities
Living-Learning Communities (LLCs) are designed to increase opportunities for you to more easily connect your in-class and out-of-class experiences by fostering an element of intellectual curiosity within the residence hall.
Why would I decide to be in a Living-Learning Community?
LLCs (noted next to course name) make it easier for you to connect your in-class and out-of-class experiences. Think of it as extending your First-Year Seminar beyond the walls of the typical classroom. FYS Living-Learning Communities use the residence hall environment as a forum for activities such as movies, debates, class meetings and social gatherings.
How Will My First-Year Seminar Experience Be Different If It's Designated A Living-Learning Community?
There's an expectation of an intellectual commitment for all coursework at Southwestern, so the LLC First-Year Seminars won't be harder or easier. The difference lies mainly in the kinds of conversations and activities that will happen because you and your classmates will be sharing space together. You may find yourself staying up late to talk about a lecture or engaged in a midnight game of frolf.
Where Will I Live If I'm In An LLC?
Fifteen LLCs will be in Mabee Hall and Kurth Hall. Groups of suites are clustered together to form coed "pods" of 12, 14 or 16 students. Each LLC pod will include one FYS. Both Mabee Hall and Kurth Hall have large open areas, perfect gathering spots for groups. If you are assigned to an LLC, you will live in either Mabee Hall or Kurth Hall for your entire first year. You can learn more about all of Southwestern's residence halls, including these two halls, by visiting this website.
I Already Signed Up For Housing, But I Want To Be In An LLC. What Should I Do?
Nothing! Your LLC choice supersedes your previous housing preference, so we've got you covered.
