Some courses at Boise State are always open to connecting with community partners on projects. This venue is designed for community partners to browse potential partnerships and connect directly with instructors.
Catagory | Course | Description | Availability | Interest Form |
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Environment | Environmental Studies 121: Introduction to the Environment | Environmental Studies 121 addresses the interdisciplinary nature of environmental concepts and issues, grounded in the natural sciences, with some attention to social sciences, and policy. Examples of service-learning include habitat restoration with the Idaho Bird Observatory. | Available in Fall and Spring semesters. | Submit Interest Form |
Environment | Environmental Studies 300: Environmental Management and Analysis | Environmental Studies 300 investigates environmental projects carried out by local agencies and organizations, explores how different stakeholders prioritize different environmental issues and how prescribed remedies vary. Examples of service-learning includes tracking water levels and creating a data dashboard to communicate to the public. | Available in Fall and Spring semesters. | Submit Interest Form |
Information Technology | Cyber Operations and Resilience (CORe) Senior Capstone | The CORe Senior Capstone partners students with community organizations to assist with assessing their digital security, focusing on systems, networks, policies, and practices, and providing recommendations for improved security. Cyber Security Assessments | Available in Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. | Submit Interest Form Here |
Nonprofit Administration | Master of Business Administration (MBA) Senior Capstone | The MBA Senior Capstone partners students with community organizations to employ learned skills in projects which range from creating best practices/templates, establishing Standardized Operating Procedures, Marketing and Business Plans, or Financial/Accounting Audits. Organizational Development | Available in the Spring semester. | Submit Interest Form Here |
Nonprofit Administration | Human Resources Management 408: Employee Training | Human Resources 408 covers current trends in employee training. Students research and develop training materials for your organizations. Examples of service-learning includes students researching and developing formal and informal training programs for Our Path Home Connect. | Available in Fall and Spring semesters. | |
Nonprofit Administration | Human Resources Management 305: Employee Handbook Program | Students in the Human Resource Management class work with organizations to prepare employee or volunteer handbooks. Handbooks will include information on the company’s mission and history and will cover the following topics: selection procedures, discipline and work rules, compensation and benefits, health, safety, security, training, and performance appraisal. Each handbook is customized to the individual organization. Employee/Volunteer Handbook | Available in Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. | Submit Interest Form Here |
Nonprofit Administration | Master of Public Administration (MPA) Senior Capstone | The MPA Senior capstone partners students with community organizations to address specific nonprofit administration needs by applying learned skills on projects like policy research, strategic planning, or organizational development. Research and Organizational Development | Available in Fall and Spring semesters. | Submit Interest Form Here |
PR/Marketing | PR 301: Campaign Strategies | As the second course in the PR major, mid-level students develop a comprehensive campaign plan for a community partner. PR Campaign | Available in Fall and Spring semesters. | Submit Interest Form Here |
Social Services | Social Work 201: Foundations of Social Work | Social Work 201 is an introduction to generalist social work practice including a history of the profession, an overview of the generalist intervention model with a focus on strengths, engagement, relationship building, exploration of problems, and interviewing. Examples of service-learning includes serving as a community school assistant with the Boise School District. | Available in Fall and Spring semesters. | Submit Interest Form Here |