Engaged Learning Opportunities at UMPI

Engaged Learning at the University of Maine at Presque Isle (UMPI)

Engaged Learning at the University of Maine at Presque Isle (UMPI) empowers students to take their academic knowledge into real-world scenarios, fostering personal growth and community improvement. This hands-on approach connects students with local community partners, allowing them to apply their classroom skills while actively addressing community needs. UMPI’s Engaged Learning initiatives not only strengthen students’ academic journeys but also contribute positively to the region and beyond.

What is Engaged Learning?

• Engaged Learning is an educational strategy in which either part or all of the class objectives are learned by working on projects with a community partner.
• Engaged Learning is a type of education that put classroom skills and knowledge into practice while serving your community.
• Engaged Learning combines civic involvement with academic coursework in a way that benefits both the student and the community.
• Engaged Learning provides an arena where students work in a professional capacity with community members, their peers and the instructor of their course.
• Engaged Learning relies heavily on team-work and the skills that promote effective team-building.

Mission and Values

UMPI is dedicated to creating learning experiences that emphasize civic engagement and public service. Our mission encourages students and faculty to work collaboratively with local organizations, addressing relevant regional issues. This engagement cultivates a culture of good citizenship and highlights the significance of academic knowledge in tackling real-world challenges.

Whether through a social service project, environmental initiative, or local business collaboration, UMPI’s Engaged Learning approach enables students to become proactive members of their communities, equipped with the skills needed for lifelong success.