Chicago, Illinois19 days ago
The UGC’s student-centered, equity-driven model is guided by five pillars: Equity of access for all students through affordability, flexible and convenient scheduling options (campus-based, virtual, and fully online), and broad access admissions; Clear and well-rounded course pathways to degrees to minimize time to graduation and maximize employability; Active, experiential, rigorous, and personalized classroom experience - led by expert faculty and fueled by innovative technologies - to facilitate student learning; Holistic, data-informed support with personalized coaching and robust wraparound services to strengthen student persistence; and, Embedded career preparation and placement support to ensure students walk across the graduation stage with a strong first job offer or graduate school admission in-hand. The Undergraduate College (UGC) at NLU is an innovative new and growing college dedicated to the ambitious goal of being a leader in driving equity in bachelor’s degree attainment and sustainable employment - with the ultimate purpose of helping our students develop the knowledge and skills to succeed as professionals and engaged citizens, leading to positive outcomes for themselves, their families, and communities.