Learning Into Action is a general education requirement for Skagit Valley College's AAUCT Degree on the Mount Vernon, Whidbey Island and San Juan Campuses. Learning Into Action is designed to help students think analytically about knowledge and theory gained in the college classroom and develop an independent project in which to apply that knowledge and skill. The project may relate to career exploration, continuing education, or the "real world of work". The student, faculty sponsor, Learning Into Action coordinator and site supervisor work together in supporting student learning objectives related to a specific placement or project.    

WHIDBEY ISLAND CAMPUS STUDENTS, CLICK ON YOUR LINK TO PROCEED: Whidbey Island LIA

Eligibility

Students who have approximately 45 transferable credits are eligible to begin their Learning Into Action (LIA) project. International students may begin their LIA project prior to earning 45 credits with approval from the Career Services Director and the student's Faculty Sponsor.

Placement Opportunities

Students are responsible for locating a placement (paid or unpaid) with an agency or organization, on-campus or off, that is able to provide an experience that meets the student's learning objectives. Placement resources include the Learning Into Action Information Board (in hallway outside Counseling Center) and the LIA Placement Database (see this website).

Mount Vernon Campus Drop-In Hours

You must complete the online LIA Orientation before starting a LIA project. After viewing the orientation, read the syllabus and download the forms before contacting Pam Church, LIA Coordinator (Mt. Vernon) (On-ground Info-sessions are listed on the LIA Orientation page).

LIA Drop-in Times for SUMMER QUARTER 2008:  Tues. 2-3; Wed. 11-12; Thurs. 4:00-5:00

LIA DROP-IN TIMES for FALL-SPRING QUARTERS:

MONDAYS:  6-7 PM               TUESDAYS:  2-3 PM             WEDNESDAYS:  11-12

Due Dates for Grading Mount Vernon Students

Fall 2007 ..........Nov. 30

Winter 2008 ......March 17

Spring 2008 ......June 6

Work Study

Students who are considering doing their Learning Into Action may be eligible for work study placements related to tutoring or positions in community schools. Students should contact the Financial Aid office to confirm their eligibility and to pick up work study registration materials. Next, students should contact the Learning Into Action Coordinator for available tutoring positions and additional program information.