- Description
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Founded in 1956, the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) is an association of nonprofit independent colleges and universities, state-based councils, and higher education affiliates that works to support college and university leadership, advance institutional excellence, and enhance public understanding of independent higher education’s contributions to society.
CIC is the major national organization that focuses on providing services to leaders of independent colleges and universities and state-based councils. CIC offers conferences, seminars, publications, and other programs and services that help institutions improve educational quality, administrative and financial performance, student outcomes, and institutional visibility.
CIC and Riipen have joined forces in a multi-year work-based learning initiative to benefit 25 member institutions. This collaboration will integrate work-based learning opportunities into up to 375 courses led by 125 faculty members and impacting up to 11,250 students.
- Portal website
- https://learn.riipen.com/cic-wbl
Subportals experiences
Optimizing Workplace Dynamics through Industrial Psychology
This experience is designed for junior-level learners with a focus on Industrial Psychology, equipping them with the skills to analyze and improve workplace behavior and performance. Learners will apply their knowledge of employee motivation, conflict resolution, and team building to real-world challenges faced by companies. By conducting interviews with company leaders and analyzing organizational data, they will develop evidence-based recommendations that align with company culture and enhance workplace dynamics.
Community Nutrition Education & Media Engagement
NUTR 440
Learners are equipped to help organizations communicate nutrition and wellness information in clear, engaging, and evidence-based ways. They can design educational materials tailored to specific audiences, whether that’s handouts for clients, culturally relevant cooking demonstrations, or interactive presentations. Learners also bring skills in media and outreach, with the ability to create professional press releases, blog posts, and social media campaigns that expand community engagement. Employers working with these learners will benefit from their ability to: Translate complex nutrition science into practical, actionable messages. Develop resources and programs that reflect cultural awareness and inclusivity. Apply creative strategies to reach audiences through digital and in-person channels. Deliver polished materials that can be integrated directly into organizational wellness or outreach initiatives
Reflective Practice for Holistic Nursing
NURS 663
This experience focuses on developing reflective strategies that enhance self-awareness and professional identity in nursing. Learners will be equipped to identify personal strengths and weaknesses, fostering a holistic approach to nursing through self-care and scholarly inquiry. By engaging in reflective practice, learners can contribute to projects that require a deep understanding of personal and professional growth, benefiting employers by promoting a culture of continuous improvement and empathy in healthcare settings.
Data-Driven Insights Capstone
TAS 449
This senior capstone experience is designed for learners who have developed skills in data analytics, including: machine learning, data cleaning/management, predictive analysis, modeling, and data ethics. The students are senior-level undergraduates majoring in Data Science OR Technology, AI and Society. They have experience in computational data analysis, mathematical modeling, data policies, and project management. All students have completed multiple courses using the Python programming language (e.g., Pandas, Numpy, NLTK, and SciKit libraries).