The first-of-its kind Experiential Learning (EL) Café, Oct. 22 in McPherson Lounge, brought together faculty from diverse departments to discuss and enhance experiential learning opportunities for students across campus.

Hosted by the Office of Experiential Learning, the event provided a unique platform for participants to share insights about current course-based experiential learning options and address challenges in broadening these offerings.

The EL Café aimed to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing, allowing participants to explore ways to integrate more hands-on learning into their courses and how the Office of Experiential Learning can continue to support expanding these initiatives said acting executive director Kristen Morris.

“It is inspiring to engage in these new forms of collaboration with faculty and staff beyond our unit, working together in a more integrated and impactful way,” she said. “We look forward to supporting faculty in bringing these enriching, real-world experiences into more classrooms, helping our students prepare for their future careers.”

The Office of Experiential Learning plans to host more EL Cafés in the hope of continuing to bridge connections across faculties to help enhance opportunities for University of Windsor students.