Learning Beyond

College is a time to explore the world and  discover your values, interests, skills, and abilities. At Villa Julie, classroom experiences will provide you with knowledge and skills, while Learning Beyond will allow you to apply what you've learned in the outside world. The pairing of Learning Beyond and traditional, classroom-based learning greatly enhances a student's College experience.

Villa Julie enthusiastically supports this dynamic educational philosophy. We hope you will participate in the many experiences that Learning Beyond can offer you.

Study Abroad - To see the world, to leave expectations behind, and to redefine yourself. That's what it is to study abroad.

Service Learning - Try new things, connect campus and community, see course content from a different angle, and reflect upon possibilities for personal and social change.

One Credit Option - Single credit course that offers both academic study and hands-on experience.

Field Placements - You can earn credit as you gain hands-on experience practicing the skills you have acquired from your coursework through opportunities such as internships, supervised teaching, and clinical experience.

Independent Study & Research -  Work with a faculty member on a study or research project tailored to your interests.

The Washington Center - Experience a once-in a-lifetime internship opportunity open to VJC students in all majors.

Other Experiential Learning Opportunities - Learn on a trip, at a museum, or at a political event. Many classes at Villa Julie give students the chance to learn outside the classroom.