What are the benefits of Fresh Connections Learning Communities?

Fresh Connections will give entering students conveniently scheduled classes appealing to their particular interests. Students will take courses with other students who have similar interests, and work closely with faculty, thus strengthening the learning process through peer support groups and faculty interactions.

Based on successful learning communities at similar universities, Fresh Connections is structured to improve oral and written communication skills, increase student participation in the academic process, foster interaction with other students and faculty, and improve teamwork skills. Fresh Connections promotes active learning, and will also enhance opportunities for cross-disciplinary research by faculty and students.

Fresh Connections provides students the opportunity to study with some of the most distinguished faculty at the University of Memphis.