- Description
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Founded in 1956, the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) is an association of nonprofit independent colleges and universities, state-based councils, and higher education affiliates that works to support college and university leadership, advance institutional excellence, and enhance public understanding of independent higher education’s contributions to society.
CIC is the major national organization that focuses on providing services to leaders of independent colleges and universities and state-based councils. CIC offers conferences, seminars, publications, and other programs and services that help institutions improve educational quality, administrative and financial performance, student outcomes, and institutional visibility.
CIC and Riipen have joined forces in a multi-year work-based learning initiative to benefit 25 member institutions. This collaboration will integrate work-based learning opportunities into up to 375 courses led by 125 faculty members and impacting up to 11,250 students.
- Portal website
- https://learn.riipen.com/cic-wbl
Subportals experiences
Digital Video Collaboration
ART 250
My Digital Video students are capable of storyboarding, pitching, shooting and editing video using standard DSLR cameras and sync-sound recording to help in the formation of thematic short films and social media campaigns. They will also have some experience at this point in the semester with simple graphics overlays and transitions, though this should not be main emphasis of the work (explainer or whiteboard videos not a fit).
Compelling Proposal and Grant Writing
COM 320
This experience is designed for learners in their third year of a technical and professional writing course, focusing on the creation of compelling grants requests and proposals. Learners have developed skills in crafting clear, persuasive, and structured documents that meet specific objectives and audience needs. They are equipped to apply these skills to real-world projects by producing professional-grade written materials that can support organizational goals, such as securing funding or outlining project plans.
Criminal Justice Consultancy Experience
CRM 440
This experience invites industry professionals to engage with learners from Keuka College's Criminal Justice program as learner-consultants. Participants will apply their knowledge of social realities and problem-solving skills to real-world projects, enhancing their awareness and skill sets. The program aims to provide learners with practical exposure and development opportunities, preparing them as well-informed, career-minded entry-level candidates ready to contribute effectively from the start.
Consumer Insights in Action with Drew University
MKTG 257
This experience is designed for learners from diverse academic backgrounds, including business, marketing, anthropology, psychology, and sociology. Participants will leverage their understanding of consumer behavior to tackle real-world projects, applying insights from both social sciences and marketing. The course aims to equip learners with the skills to analyze consumer trends, develop targeted marketing strategies, and understand the psychological and cultural factors influencing consumer decisions. By collaborating on industry projects, learners will bridge theoretical knowledge with practical application, preparing them for dynamic roles in marketing and consumer research.