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Sep 4, 2013 by Windham Chamber

Eastern Named Among 2013-14 Public Colleges of Distinction

Eastern Connecticut State University has been included in the latest edition of the “Public Colleges of Distinction” guidebook.  Eastern is the only public college from Connecticut listed in the guidebook.  The guide says the colleges and universities listed excel in four distinctions —Engaged Students, Great Teaching, Vibrant Communities and Successful Outcomes.

“Engaged students” learn the skills they need to succeed in life — the ability to think flexibly and address problems hands-on — not just being able to memorize facts and follow orders. Instead, Eastern students learn to communicate, think critically, and solve problems as they explore the world through study abroad, internships, community service projects and undergraduate research.

“Great teaching” occurs in an atmosphere where feedback and encouragement are the norm. Faculty interaction is crucial to learning. “Colleges of distinction” encourage an atmosphere of exciting thought and action, led by professors who care about helping students learn to think for themselves. Academic innovation goes hand-in-hand with personalized learning.

“Vibrant communities” are campus communities that offer activities and events that help students learn even after the books are closed, creating social opportunities for students to develop friendships, and providing students a wide range of intellectually, thought-provoking speakers, seminars, unique films and artistic events.

“Successful outcomes” describes schools that produce students who can think, write, speak and reason, get a job, and most importantly, are also good citizens who can work together with diverse groups of people.

Colleges of Distinction are considered “hidden gems” of higher education, according to the panel of academicians, guidance counselors and parents that made the selection, officials said.   The guidebook describes a College of Distinction as being:

• nationally recognized by education professionals and honored for the excellence of its programs;

• strongly focused on teaching undergraduates, where students are taught by real professors, not by graduate students or teaching assistants, in vibrant classrooms where the faculty keep their students challenged and interested;

• home to a wide variety of innovative learning experiences, from study abroad and scientific research to service learning and internships;

• an active campus with many opportunities for personal development. Whatever their passion, students find plenty of encouragement to help them pursue it; and

• highly valued by graduate schools and employers for its outstanding preparation.

The Public Colleges of Distinction are currently featured on the newly redesigned Colleges of Distinction website and will be featured in the Public Colleges of Distinction eGuidebook available this fall.

Eastern Connecticut State University is the state’s public liberal arts university and serves approximately 5,400 students each year on its Willimantic campus and satellite locations. It is the policy of Eastern Connecticut State University to ensure equal access to its events. If you are an individual with a disability and will need accommodations for this event, please contact the Office of University Relations at (860) 465-5735.

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