Society of Spartan Sisters Learning Community
A First-year Learning Community
About
The Society of Spartan Sisters (S.S.S.) is a first-year Learning Community (LC) designed for women across all majors. By providing education, mentorship, and access to opportunities for personal and professional growth, students will develop a deeper understanding of gender-based oppressions in society and become empowered. This LC introduces participants to principles rooted in women’s issues and leadership, and nurtures a supportive environment through purposeful coursework, co-curricular activities, and civic engagement.
Society of Spartan Sisters (S.S.S.) Learning Community Goals:
- Build a caring and connected community among women-identified students to foster a greater sense of belonging.
- Connect LC students with resources that promote academic success, personal development, and wellness.
- Create opportunities for students to reflect on past experiences and analyze lessons learned to understand the importance of self-authorship.
- Provide opportunities for increased student engagement and appreciation of diversity, inclusion, and belonging for LC students.
- Increase connectedness and interaction among LC students, faculty, and campus support staff.
Courses
- FALL SEM 101 Spartan Seminar
- SPRING SEM 102 Spartan Seminar
Requirements: Interested students must enroll in Learning Communities sections of Spartan Seminar (SEM) 101 and 102. Students in the Society of Spartan Sisters (S.S.S.) Learning Community students are required to participate in S.S.S. events and activities as well as scheduled co-curricular Learning Communities events and activities.
Contact Information
Dr. Rachel Vincitore
Learning Communities Program Specialist
revincitore@nsu.edu
Dyonna Wilson
Assistant Director for Engagement Services
Office of the AVP for Campus Life
dswilson@nsu.edu