As a student, you’re expected to grasp many concepts in your chosen degree major, and also learn in a broader sense about the world around you, and your place in it. A common refrain is that college “teaches you how to think” — conceptualizing, thoughtful problem solving, solutions, reasoning and more.
As you work toward graduation day — or perhaps you’ve already graduated and on your career path — what other lessons can you learn beyond the classroom? Extending your learning not only expands your knowledge, it can change the way employers, colleagues or others see you.
Is “extended learning” just a different way of describing lifelong learning? Maybe. Whatever you call it, weaving it into everyday life delivers big rewards.
Some ideas for enriching your life and studies through extended learning:
