Ball State University
AC-5: Immersive Experience

A distinctive hallmark of a Ball State education and the most visible example of Ball State's dedication to community engagement is the priority of immersive learning, in which interdisciplinary student teams are guided by expert faculty to connect disciplinary knowledge with application in the creation of real-world solutions. Immersive learning projects must: Carry academic credit Engage participants in an active learning process that is student-driven but guided by a faculty mentor Include community partners and create an impact on the larger community as well as on the student participants Produce a tangible outcome or product, such as a business plan, policy recommendation, book, play or DVD Involve at least one team of students, often working on a project that is interdisciplinary in nature Focus on student learning outcomes Help students define a career path or make connections to a profession or industry.