SYMPLICITY CSM SIT U A TION In the summer of 2019, Florida State University (FSU) became the largest university in the U.S. to have an experiential learning (EL) graduation requirement. “Research shows that participation in high-quality experiential learning improves students’ academic performance such as higher GPAs and graduation rates and also improves students’ post-graduation outcomes, helping them secure employment or enter graduate school,” noted Sally McRorie, FSU Provost. “These experiences have the potential to help students find their passions, build their skills, broaden professional networks and deepen their experiences.” To promote these experiences, FSU’s Career Center works with about 400 students a semester for EL and FSU expects to see growth in both number of par

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