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Effective interpersonal competence develops approachability, builds relationships and assists with navigating difficult conversations. A hallmark of interpersonal abilities includes sharing one's perspective while recognizing differing and diverse opinions of others.
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Learning Goals:

• Each student will be able to approach others and initiate conversations effectively.
• Each student will be able to build relationships to develop their personal and professional lives.
• Each student will be able to articulate their own perspective while recognizing other perspectives.
• Each student will be able to apply conflict resolutions skills.

After graduation, students must navigate increasingly complex global landscapes including local, national and international contexts. Students can learn to express their own worldview informed by differing perspectives. Students will consider local, national and international contexts while exploring the benefits and challenges of being an engaged citizen.
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Learning Goals:

• Each student will be able to describe their worldview on global issues.
• Each student will be able to respectfully engage with differing perspectives.
• Each student will be able to continually reevaluate their understanding of global issues.
• Each student will be able to communicate the benefits and challenges of being an engaged citizen.

Community engagement assistants (CEAS), desk assistants (DAs), resident assistants (RAs) and area coordinators (ACs) play a significant role in the success of Spartan Living. By building relationships with residents, staff members can identify both individual and community needs. Staff members utilize creative methods of delivering information to residents and serving as a resource and partner in their college experience.
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Area coordinators serve as the primary partners of Spartan Living, working with both residents and student staff. Once individual and community needs are identified, area coordinators utilize learning outcomes to develop intentional experiences for the benefit of residential community members.