Living Learning Communities

Living Learning Communities (LLC) at Texas Woman’s University provide student learning opportunities outside of the classroom that strengthen student intellectual and personal growth. They are designed to integrate curricular and co-curricular experiences that complement and extend classroom learning by fostering faculty and resident interaction that enhances the intellectual and personal development of the residents.

The various communities are structured so that students have a high degree of involvement in the program. Most participants in LLC are enrolled in the same class(es) and all participate in social and academic groups while residing in Parliament Village. All courses offered in the LLC program are a part of the University's core curriculum.

Upper class students, who are alumna serve as the RAs (resident assistants) and ASAs (academic support assistants) for the communities, providing valuable resources and assistance to the residents in the community.

Living Learning Communities Booklet (PDF)

Benefits of Living Learning Communities

Frequent interaction with faculty and university leaders
Enhanced connection inside and outside of the classroom
Access to academic support assistants and study hours
Assistance in reaching academic goals
Classroom learning extended to the residence hall
A means to address social and academic concerns
A network of friends
Community spirit
Participants tend to achieve higher grades and rate of retention

Participation Requirements of Living Learning Communities

Enroll in required LLC courses during the fall and spring semester
Participate in LLC retreat prior to the 1^st day of classes
Participate in weekly study hours organized by academic support assistants
Participate in floor activities for social and educational enhancement
Participate in UNIV 1231 out of class activities
Attend LLC sponsored events during the fall and spring semesters
Attend the end of the year Awards and Recognition Ceremony

UNIV 1231

TWU’s first-year seminar, UNIV 1231, provides an opportunity for students to identify their individual learning styles, and to develop the skills necessary to learn and succeed in their academic program. The course emphasizes effective integration of learning style with academic skills, personal management and resource utilization.

UNIV 1231 is required for all first year students and some special student groups (Honors, LLC, etc.) who are transferring less than thirteen credit hours. Please note that for the purposes of this program; dual, IB, and AP credits do not count as exemptions for enrollment in UNIV 1231.

How To Apply

You can apply to live in an on campus Living Learning Community by completing the Learning Community portion of the online housing application.
Students interested in participating in an LLC must apply for housing by June 1. They must select a room by the June Room Selection dates, and they must attend summer orientation by June 30. EARLIER IS BETTER.
Living Learning Community applications are due no later than, June 1^st for the next academic year. Applications received after this date will be considered for placement into a Living Learning Community only in the event of a cancellation.
Living Learning Community applicants are responsible for selecting their own room in a Living Learning Community prior to attending New Student Orientation. This is done through the advertised Room Selection dates.
Living Learning Community residents will be placed in a designated LLC floor with others in the same LLC. LLC applicants must also be placed in the same LLC to honor roommate requests.
For questions about the status of your application, contact the Department of University Housing & Dining at 940.898.3676.

Contact

If you have additional questions regarding the Living Learning Communities please contact:

Department of University Housing & Dining
Texas Woman's University
P.O. Box 425380
Denton, TX 76204-5380
Phone: 940-898-3676
Fax: 940-898-3638

Events See All Events

Page last updated 3:44 PM, December 13, 2023