Integrated Science 840: Mentored Practicum in STEM Public Service

Course Number: INTEGSCI 840

Credits: 1

Fulfills Requirements: 

  • Grad 50% – Counts toward 50% graduate coursework requirements

Prereqs/Requirements:

Instructor: Anna Courtier, PhD

Develops community-engagement in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) through a mentored public service experience. Provides opportunities to refine and implement skills necessary to work with a community partner to implement and evaluate a project that is mutually beneficial in process and product. Places emphasis on professional development within a selected pathway (direct service, community engaged teaching, policy and governance, or social entrepreneurship/corporate social responsibility). Includes time to meet within specialized pathways and as a full cohort throughout the implementation of the practicum experience. This course is required for Public Service Fellows program participants.

Contact

Anna Courtier

Credentials: Ph.D.

Position title: Director of Community-Based Learning

Email: anna.courtier@wisc.edu