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19 IMAGINE. DO. THE UNIVERSIT Y OF UTAH 20 Imagine engaged learning that will prepare you for your future. DIVE RIGHT IN The transition from high school to college can be a lot like jumping into a pool. Many fear the initial plunge so much that they only dip their toes in, never fully immersing themselves in the college experience. Don’t let that be you. Instead, dive right in by being engaged in and out of the classroom. ugs.utah.edu JOIN A LEARNING COMMUNIT Y A Learning Community is a way to make our large university feel smaller. It is a course you take with the same group of students during your first year for one or two semesters. You will develop critical skills, satisfy general education requirements, and make new friends who will last a lifetime. If you’re looking for wraparound support to keep up with the academic rigor of university life, a learning community or other academic enrichment program may be right for you. studentsuccess.utah.edu L E A R N I N G A B R O A D : A N E S S E N T I A L PA R T O F Y O U R C O L L E G E E X P E R I E N C E Learning Abroad will provide you with one of the most exciting, challenging and rewarding experiences of your career at the University of Utah. You’ll be able to gain valuable job skills, refine your academic focus, and expand your worldview while earning college credit. With over 500 programs in over 50 countries, you can find a program that fits your goals. Empower yourself to explore new cultures, become a world citizen, and study global issues and ideas you are passionate about! Check out some experiences of University of Utah Learning Abroad students at utahabroad.tumblr.com 5 0 0+ Over 50 countries (left) U students are found all over the world. All majors 500+ programs Explore your world