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Alumni Achievements

Graduates from Truman State University leave their mark on the world in many unique ways. Truman alumnus, Rahil Gomes, was recently featured in Top Gear,…

Truman Named No. 1 Public School in Midwest

We are proud to share that for the 22nd year, Truman State University has been named the top public school in the Midwest regional rankings…

Investing in the Future with Internships

It may seem a little early to be making plans for Summer 2018, but internship applications are already open. In fact, most of the applications…

Each year, Truman students have the chance to visit new places around the world during our month-long winter break. This is a great opportunity for international students to explore areas outside of Kirksville, so that they can get a broader understanding of the United States and its different areas. Here are some stories from international…

International Education Week 2018

The Center for International Students hosted International Education Week (IEW) on Truman’s campus November 11th-15th. Throughout International Education Week, students on Truman’s campus celebrated education and diversity in a beautiful display of culture and community. This week was full of action with tons of events put together by the Center for International Students and various…

Alumni Achievements

Graduates from Truman State University leave their mark on the world in many unique ways. Truman alumnus, Rahil Gomes, was recently featured in Top Gear, one of the most prominent car magazines in the entire world. Top Gear magazine features the fastest sleek cars and future innovations in the automobile industry. Most recently in Top Gear…

Across Vietnam 2018: Mythological Vietnam

nce upon a time, in a land not so unknown, the Vietnamese Student Association hosted an event known as Across Vietnam. Folklore plays an important role in Vietnamese culture. The art of story telling allows for the teaching of life lessons and contribution to the shared universal customs in humanity, providing greater insight to our…

Truman Named No. 1 Public School in Midwest

We are proud to share that for the 22nd year, Truman State University has been named the top public school in the Midwest regional rankings by the U.S. News & World Report. Truman’s inclusion on this list, and several other national rankings, demonstrates how our school is pursuing excellence by offering a student-focused, great-value education….

Truman Greek Life

So, what is Greek life? Greek Life is the name that applies to all Greek organizations characterized by a ritual, badge and strong ties to friendship and moral principles. If you were wondering about joining Greek Life once you get to the United States, you have come to the right place! Some terms you need to…

Campus Squirrels

Little furry brown critters with big bushy tails run all around Truman State University’s campus. Whether they are eating acorns or playing in the trees, there is not a day that goes by when you won’t see squirrels on campus. Unlike most squirrels you may have noticed, Truman has incredibly friendly little ones that are…

Whatever The Weather

Season Style Guide Here in Missouri, we have all four seasons. You’ll want to prepare for the significant differences with each changing season, so here is a list of the right things for the seasons that you will encounter while at Truman. The Right Things For Winter Heavy Coat In the winter, it will be…

Fun Facts about National Flags of the World

Out of school and need to bulk up on some more knowledge. Review some fun flag trivia! There are 195 countries in the world, and of course there are 195 different national flags around the world. National flags are not just a simple piece of fabric painted in different colors – each shape and color…

Off-Campus Housing Guide

Step 1) Find apartments and housing listings for rent. You could do this online through realtor’s websites, Truman community Facebook pages, or you could go to the realtor’s office. In the Student Union Building down-under, there are board postings with phone numbers and a variety of information to help you find your new place. Step…

Living Learning Communities

Gavin Williamson

April 8, 2019

Nestled on Truman’s campus are six sub-communities scattered throughout the residence halls. These special living areas within the residence halls are known as Living Learning Communities, or LLC’s for short. LLC’s are an areas on campus where students have the opportunity to be surrounded by a community of like-minded people who share similar goals and interests. Continue reading for everything you may want to know about these unique living communities at Truman and what they have to offer international students.

What are LLC’s and how many are there?

There are six different LLC’s that are found in four of the residence halls on campus. These include the Future Teachers LLC, Pre-Med LLC, Romance Language LLC, Service LLC, Sustainability LLC, and Transition LLC. The Future Teachers LLC is home to many different education majors on campus who want to live near those with similar career interests. The Pre-Med LLC houses students who plan on entering some branch of the medical field. The Romance Language LLC, known as the Roma House, is home to students who speak or are learning a romance language. This serves as a space for these students to practice their language skills outside of the classroom. The Service LLC allows students to participate in community service activities together to improve the Kirksville community, while the Sustainability LLC focuses on environmental efforts specifically. Lastly, the Transition LLC is home to many transfer students and focuses on preparing these students for their future at Truman and helping them adjust to campus life.

How do I live in one of the LLC’s?

In order to live in an LLC students are required to fill out an extra application when completing the regular housing application. This extra application allows students to demonstrate how they would be a good fit for one of the six living communities. Students should also mark on their regular housing application that they plan to live in an LLC. There are no additional costs associated with living in an LLC in comparison to living in any other area of the residence halls.

What are the benefits of joining an LLC?

The variety of LLC’s offered on Truman’s campus appeal to a variety of students’ interests. Many international students, along with American students, choose to live in one of the six LLC’s on campus. Mario Fong Lopez is a sophomore biology major from Nicaragua who lives in the Romance Language house located inside Missouri Hall.

Mario Fong Lopez

“My experience in this living learning community has been vibrant and full of joy. There’s always something going on in the Roma House, whether it’s late-night conversations in the lounge or theme dinners,” Lopez said. “The various activities never feel stale or obligatory, but rather they are full of meaning and energy. The LLC certainly helped me grow in making meaningful connections with people of different backgrounds and beliefs far differing from my own,” Lopez said when asked about his experience as an international student living in an LLC. While all residence halls put on activities for their residents to participate in, LLC’s are able to host more specialized events for students specific passions.

“What I had thought about doing in theory was put into everyday practice in the Roma House,” Mario continued. “Few things have helped me develop as much sympathy and understanding as having to live like family with what were complete strangers at the start.”

It is clear to see how an LLC would be a great place for international students to form close relationships with their fellow residents and adapt to the lifestyle of Truman’s campus. Students living in LLC’s are able to connect with students and faculty in their field of interest. Mario encourages all students to seize the opportunity to live in an LLC!

Whether one of these six living communities aligns with your career plans or if they seem to fit one of your interests, there is bound to be a spot for every student in one of Truman’s LLC’s. Many people are ready to welcome incoming students with open arms into their special living community!

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Featured posts

Alumni Achievements

Truman Named No. 1 Public School in Midwest

Investing in the Future with Internships

Winter Break Travels 2019

International Education Week 2018

Alumni Achievements

Across Vietnam 2018: Mythological Vietnam

Truman Named No. 1 Public School in Midwest

Campus Squirrels

Whatever The Weather

Fun Facts about National Flags of the World

Off-Campus Housing Guide

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