Learning Communities
Making Connections
What is a Learning Community?
A learning community is a a group of students, or cohort, who start and finish a program together with support from dedicated faculty, counselors and staff.
Honors Institute
Provides an enriched academic, cultural and social experience to intellectually inquisitive and motivated students.
Assessment Eligibility Requirements: ENGL 1AH and/or MATH 1AH; Application required
Humanities Mellon Scholars
This program is designed to get you ready for transfer in two years with a strong foundation in the humanities. You will take the five courses that lead to the Certificate of Achievement in Humanities as a member of a learning community, allowing you to enjoy the social camaraderie and a network of support among classmates while you sharpen your study skills.
Puente Project
Puente, the Spanish word for Bridge, is a national-award winning student leadership program that provides a structured pathway for transfer to the UCs and CSUs while engaging participants in community service.
Assessment Eligibility Requirements: ENGL 1S
STEM Core
A cohort-based learning community seeking to increase the number of students, particularly first-generation, women and veterans, in the fields of engineering and computer science.
Assessment Eligibility Requirements: Math 105;
Umoja Community
Umoja, a Kiswahili word meaning unity, is a year-long learning community and critical resource at Foothill College dedicated to enhancing the cultural and educational experiences of African American and other students.
Assessment Eligibility Requirements: ENGL 1S
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