Experiential learning is any learning experience that is active, hands-on and engaging. Experiential learning can take place in or outside of the classroom and can include anything from internships, lab research, service learning projects, studying abroad and more.
I chose UTSA because…
I want hands-on learning
Experiential learning is proven to be a significant factor in preparing students for their future job roles and is one of UTSA’s key strategic initiatives.
I want to solve real-world problems
It helps develop marketable job skills that are highly sought after by employers.
I want to explore my passion
Experiential learning complements classroom instruction and provides students with a glimpse of what their jobs might be like after college.
Develop marketable skills that are sought after by employers
Experiential learning is proven to be a significant factor in preparing students for their future job roles and is one of UTSA’s key strategic initiatives.
We empower you to learn boldly
We put students first by providing various resources, services and programming to support our students’ academic and personal development throughout their college experience.
Roadrunners have the opportunity to learn actively through academic resources that prepare them for their career.
UTSA students have many opportunities to attend conferences that relate to their field or encourage skill development.
San Antonio is home to everything from start-up ventures to Fortune 500 companies. As a Roadrunner, you can be part of these internship opportunities.
Where innovation happens.
UTSA is looking towards the future to develop new opportunities for Future Roadrunners. The Career Center can connect you to career-building resources and help identify potential experiential learning opportunities that align with your professional goals.
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Undergrad Programs Roadrunners have multiple opportunities to get involved with research and can access the Student Opportunity Center. This free service lets UTSA students tap into the nation’s largest database for honors and undergraduate research opportunities. |
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Research Showcase Uncover the unknown and dive deeper into your chosen area of study. Annual showcases give students from all disciplines the chance to present their research and creative works. |
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School of Data Science The School of Data Science will support bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees in cybersecurity, cloud computing, data analytics and artificial intelligence under one collaborative roof. |
At UTSA, I really like our access to research. You can just walk in and say you’re interested and a faculty member will do their best to hook you up and get you connected with research. You just have to show that you really want to do it.”
Brianna Morales ’18 – Biomedical Engineering
We go the extra mile.
Service
UTSA is closely connected to the San Antonio community, and we encourage that sense of community through student service projects.
Conferences
Students at UTSA have many opportunities to attend conferences that relate to their field or encourage skill development.