Using your free elective credits to participate in experiential learning is a great way to put classroom learning into practical experience. While engaged in the supportive environment of an internship, you can test career goals, enhance professional skills, develop self-reliance, self-esteem, and responsibility. Furthermore, these opportunities encourage networking with professionals and will provide increased marketability for employment after graduation.
Below are your two options for earning experiential credits. Please meet with your academic advisor before making a final decision regarding which option is best for you.
GWS 306: Practicum in Women’s Studies
Requirements
- Prerequisite GWS 305
- Permission from instructor
Logistics
- Practicum in Women’s Studies
- Students work alone or in groups to conduct a project developed in GWS 305
- Earn 1 credit (Graded)
- May be repeated once if topic changes
Contact
- Professor Jody Lisberger or Professor Alana Bibeau
- wmsdir@etal.uri.edu or abibeau@mail.uri.edu
- 401.874.4620 or 401.874.7066
- Click here for more information
ITR302/304: Field Experience & Seminar
Requirements
- 2.5 cumulative GPA or higher
- Minimum 60 credits prior to internship
- Available free elective credits
- Good academic and social standing
Logistics
- Earn between 6 – 15 free elective credits
- ITR 302 (field experience) 3 – 12 credits (S/U Only)
- ITR 304 (seminar) 3 credits (Graded)
- Seminar offered online and in class (in class – spring only)
Contact
- Center for Career and Experiential Education
- Roosevelt Hall South Side
- 401.874.2311
- Click here to submit an application