About HECUA

HECUA -- About

WHAT: HECUA is a consortium of 17 colleges and universities that provides off-campus study programs.

We were founded in 1971 by faculty in the member schools who were committed to connecting college studies with current issues in society.

Over the years, HECUA has developed high-quality, challenging academic programs and extensive community connections which combine to create experiential learning opportunities that have earned local and national distinction.

WHO: Our member colleges include:
Augsburg College
Augustana College
Carleton College
College of St. Catherine
College of St. Scholastica
Concordia University-St. Paul Gustavus Adolphus College Hamline University
Macalester College
St. Mary's University
St. Olaf College
University of Minnesota
University of St. Thomas
Viterbo University
Williams College.

Click here for a list of member school contacts and links to member school web sites.

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"The HECUA experience has opened my eyes to the realities of our society."

HECUA gives students the chance to bridge their academic learning with direct experience of the urgent social challenges facing our society. It takes students deep into urban communities to test academic theories in the real world. Students develop critical analysis and hands-on skills for creating social change.

Programs require all students to actively participate in their own learning and contribute to the learning of the whole group. Students meet frequently for group seminars and discussions and also complete an independent or group study project.