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We believe that a student’s learning process is ongoing and we work to create academic opportunities outside of the classroom. These opportunities are intentionally developed and part of the educational advantage students receive when they choose to live on-campus.

Living Learning Communities (LLCs) are specialized living environments that connect students inside and outside-the-classroom experiences. Each LLC is unique, but all are centered on a distinctive theme or academic interest area. Students who choose to live in an LLC have a direct connection to their classroom experience, access to intentional events and programs, and dedicated staff members who work to make the community a unique opportunity for Campus Housing residents and their academic success.

The goal of the Faculty-in-Residence program is to provide both formal and informal resident-faculty interactions through educational programming, classes, individual and small-group advising, and casual association as part of an on-campus community within Campus Housing. These interactions provide students opportunities to approach and relate to faculty members on a more personal level, learn about resources, and enhance their confidence and ability to interact with all faculty members.

It is a unique experience that encourages a crucial link between students and faculty. Faculty-in-Residence work closely with Campus Housing’s Residence Life staff to create opportunities for interaction and learning in the living and learning environment of Campus Housing.

2022-2023 Academic Year Faculty-in-Residence

Faculty-in-Residence Department Residence Hall(s) Email
Stephanie Anderson College of Business JST and@uic.edu
Kathryn Engel Dept. of Psychology MRH/TBH engel@uic.edu
Memoona Hasnain Dept. of Family Medicine West Campus memoona@uic.edu
Mario LaMothe Depts. of Black Studies and Anthropology East Campus lamorthem@uic.edu
Charles McPherson Dept. of Pharmacy Practice West Campus charles@uic.edu
Amie Schuck Dept. of Criminology, Law, and Justice ARC amms@uic.edu
Nicholas Weststrate Dept. of Educational Psychology East Campus nicwest@uic.edu

Campus Housing facilitates a wide range of programs and events for residents. These programs not only allow our residents to develop a sense of community with their neighbors and classmates living on-campus, but also demonstrate the educational advantage to living on-campus. Beyond providing a social connection, our programs strive to contribute to our residents educational experience.

Our intentional programs and events will allow residents to:

  • demonstrate skills that prepare them to live autonomously and productively as independent adults.
  • develop substantial, healthy, and positive relationships with their peers, faculty, and staff.
  • engage in meaningful dialogues that encourage students to reflect critically about their own beliefs, experiences, and identities, learn and understand the beliefs, experiences and identities of those around them, and articulate how their lived experiences contribute to the greater community.
  • create job application materials and hone skills that prepare them for post-graduation success.
  • exhibit pride in their communities by attending university events and being proactive in reporting community concerns.
  • cultivate a network of academic support, develop their study skills, and interact with peers and faculty, to complement their in-class learning experience.

Peer Mentors offer tutoring sessions on the courses they specialize in. Spend time in the Learning Resource Center of your residence hall to take the educational advantage.

Peer Mentor Day Time Location Courses
Faith Wednesday 10am - 12pm ARC BIOS 100, PSCH 100, ENGL 160/161, PHYS 131/132, CHEM 122/123
Elvis Thursday 4pm - 6pm ARC BLST 100, COMM 100, ENGL 160/161, FR 100-104, US 101, PPOL 100, HIS 100
Abigail Wednesday 5pm - 7pm CTY DHD, SOC, ENGL 160/161, GWS
Aisha Monday 5pm - 7pm CTY US 101, THTR 101, ED 252
Kenvi Thursday 6pm - 8pm CTY CHEM 122, CHEM 124, PSCH 100, ENGL 161
Mary Wednesday 3pm - 5pm JST BME 101, CS 141, CS 109, ECE 210, ENGL 161, PHYS 141
Solomon Wednesday 8pm - 10pm JST MATH 110, CS 111, CS 141, CS 151
Travis Wednesday 7pm - 9pm JST BA 420, MGMT 340, POLS 120, ENGL 160/161, PSCH 100/242/340/343/381, SPAN 101-104, STAT 101
My Monday 2pm - 4pm JST MATH 090/110/125, ENGL 101/160/161, COMM 100, PHIL 116
Ava Monday 4pm - 6pm JST CHEM 122/123/124/125, MATH 110, ENGL 160/161
Nishi Tuesday 8pm - 10pm JST ENGL 160/161, ACTG 210, ECON 111/120/121, MKTG 360