Student Learning Outcomes

Think Critically and Creatively

1. Demonstrate an ability to gather, analyze, evaluate, and use information from a variety of sources. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes II, VI and VII).
2. Creatively apply knowledge to solve problems and explain issues. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes II and VII).
3. Synthesize discipline-based and/or cross-discipline based information. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes II, VI and VII).
4. Analyze written evidences and creatively develop original ideas and arguments. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes II and VII).

Communicate Effectively

1. Express ideas, facts, theories and positions precisely and persuasively in multiple formats. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes III).
2. Demonstrate competence with appropriate technologies in individual and/or group presentations. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes III and VI).
3. Master the art of active listening. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes III and VI).

Model Responsible Citizenship

1. Demonstrate a commitment to community service and volunteerism. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes I and V).
2. Apply leadership skills and discipline-based knowledge to solve problems in novel and creative ways. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes II and VI).
3. Demonstrate a commitment to civility and responsibility to society. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes I, V and VI).
4. Participate in campus and community service learning opportunities. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes I and V).

Cultivate Global Awareness and an Appreciation for Cultural Diversity

1. Demonstrate respect for human diversity and an awareness of their own assumptions, stereotypes, and biases when confronting differences. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes I and V).
2. Increase their appreciation of cultural diversity and global awareness through study abroad or other forms of experiential learning. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes I, V and VI).
3. Display the ability to promote an open multi-cultural and trans-cultural dialogue. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes I and V).
4. Demonstrate an understanding of the commonalities and diversity of global cultures. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes I, V and VI).

Display a Commitment to Ongoing Leadership Development

1. Engage purposefully in leadership, service or mentorship activities. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes VI).
2. Understand and implement Theodore Roosevelt’s Stewardship Theory of leadership. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes VI).
3. Work collaboratively as a member of a complementary team. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes I, III and V).
4. Demonstrate the ability to lead teams while also serving as effective team members. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes I, III, V and VI).
5. Apply leadership principles and strategies to enhance personal and professional growth. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes VI).

Theodore Roosevelt Honors Leadership Program Scholars will take a course of study that culminates in a Leadership Studies Minor (see below) and will have the opportunity to do an enhanced internship. Theodore Roosevelt Honors Leadership Program Scholars grow into leadership through service learning projects, a personal enhancement retreat and other special learning opportunities. You will also have the opportunity to present research at national, regional, and local undergraduate conferences. You will have the opportunity to live in honors housing with like-minded students from around the world. All of these elements combine to make this unique program a challenging and personally rewarding way to build leadership credentials and become equipped for future academic and career successes. Theodore Roosevelt Honors Leadership Program Scholars will be competitive for national merit scholarships and be prepared to succeed in graduate school. You will distinguish yourself if you take full advantage of this program.

Theodore Roosevelt Scholarships, made possible through the Dickinson State University Alumni & Foundation, are granted on a competitive basis to incoming freshmen who meet program entrance criteria. Once admitted to the program, students form a leadership learning community share experiences and courses together for the next four years. TR Scholars take special courses taught by distinguished faculty that allow them to become more adept in their future role as leaders in business, education, medicine, or whatever career path they choose. Students completing this program will graduate with a Leadership Studies Minor and are recognized and presented a framed certificate and honors medallion to be worn during the graduation procession with earned TR Distinction.