The activity must be a volunteer or community service initiative with an identifiable link to the Algonquin College Community. All activities must be authenticated by the Co-Curricular Record Coordinator or an approved validator. All activities must be affiliated with Algonquin College. This includes on-campus activities, off-campus activities, and community partnerships.
All activities must be linked to one or more (CCR) Learning Outcome(s). Learning Outcomes that reflect the skills, personal growth, and individual knowledge gained through volunteer and leadership experiences. Learning Outcomes can be linked to transferable skills and help guide intentional programming in student development.
Algonquin’s Co-Curricular Learning Outcomes include:
- Accountability
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Appreciating Diversity
- Collaboration
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Effective Communication
- Enhanced Self-Confidence
- Independence
- Intellectual Growth
- Leadership Development
- Meaningful Interpersonal Relationships
- Organizing and Planning Initiatives
- Satisfying and Productive Lifestyle
- Social Responsibility
- Spiritual Awareness
- Sustainability and Globalization
This information is based on the Conference Board of Canada’s Employability Skills 2000+ and the Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education’s Frameworks for Assessing Learning and Development Outcomes.