- Description
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Founded in 1956, the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) is an association of nonprofit independent colleges and universities, state-based councils, and higher education affiliates that works to support college and university leadership, advance institutional excellence, and enhance public understanding of independent higher education’s contributions to society.
CIC is the major national organization that focuses on providing services to leaders of independent colleges and universities and state-based councils. CIC offers conferences, seminars, publications, and other programs and services that help institutions improve educational quality, administrative and financial performance, student outcomes, and institutional visibility.
CIC and Riipen have joined forces in a multi-year work-based learning initiative to benefit 25 member institutions. This collaboration will integrate work-based learning opportunities into up to 375 courses led by 125 faculty members and impacting up to 11,250 students.
- Portal website
- https://learn.riipen.com/cic-wbl
Subportals experiences
Effective Team Communication in Action - 2025
COM 231
This experience is designed for learners enrolled in a Small Group Communication course, where they are eager to refine their team communication skills. Participants are equipped to work collaboratively, applying their knowledge to real-world projects that require effective information gathering and organization. The learning objectives focus on enhancing communication strategies, fostering teamwork, and delivering tangible outcomes that benefit project partners. By engaging in these projects, learners can bridge the gap between theoretical understanding and practical application in a professional setting.
Optimizing Human Resource Strategies
E&M 355
This experience is designed for learners who are delving into the fundamentals of human resource management. Participants will gain insights into the core functions of HR, including talent acquisition, employee motivation, and retention strategies. By applying these concepts, learners can assist organizations in refining their HR processes to enhance workforce efficiency and satisfaction. This experience enables learners to translate theoretical knowledge into practical solutions that address real-world HR challenges.
Efficient Project Management in Practice with Morningside University
BUSN 339
This experience focuses on equipping learners with the skills necessary for effective project management, emphasizing real-world application. Participants will gain expertise in project planning, execution, and control, ensuring projects are completed on time and within scope. Learners will apply their knowledge to industry-relevant projects, enhancing their ability to engage stakeholders, communicate effectively, and utilize project management tools. This practical approach prepares learners to tackle projects efficiently and meet stakeholder expectations.
Humanities and Fine Arts Senior Capstone: Professional Practice (Interdisciplinary)
COM450
Looking to elevate your organization, and bring it to the next level? Bring on senior-level students from Keuka College to be your learner-consultants, in a project-based experience. Learners will work on one main team-based project over the experience of the semester, connecting with you as needed with virtual communication tools. This program/experience is a concluding interdisciplinary project, in a collaborative environment to showcase student skills and help prepare them for professional success after graduation. Students in the course are from different majors including Writing and Communication Arts, Art & Design, American Sign Language, Educational Studies, Visual Communication Design, and Political Science and History. Interdisciplinary teams will work together on a project for a client sponsor, representing a commercial, cultural, or social concern. Students develop creative solutions in the context of real world constraints and present deliverables to their client(s).Â