At Hamline University, students in the Introduction to Business Analytics course are developing practical data analysis and storytelling skills to prepare for careers in data science and business intelligence. Learners work with real-world datasets to clean, analyze, and derive actionable insights using Excel. Employers participating in this experience will engage directly with students, offering guidance, sharing project-specific resources, and providing feedback. Active collaboration is key, including regular check-ins, supporting student inquiries, attending final presentations, and delivering constructive evaluations—all facilitated through the Riipen platform.

Hamline University’s Program Evaluation course prepares upper-level students to design, conduct, and assess public health and social change program evaluations. Learners in this course bring foundational knowledge of evaluation principles, quantitative and qualitative data methods, and stakeholder engagement strategies, aiming to deepen their skills in applied program evaluation. Through this experience, students will develop abilities in designing, planning and evaluating health interventions and providing actionable recommendations to enhance program effectiveness and social impact. By applying these skills, learners can contribute to projects that require a structured evaluation approach, offering insights into program efficacy and areas for improvement. This experience bridges classroom knowledge with practical application, preparing learners for roles in public health practice, social services, and research. Employers participating in this experience should be prepared to support students through regular communication, provide relevant program information, attend a virtual final presentation, and offer constructive feedback on the students’ work through the Riipen platform.

Higher education has failed to keep pace with market forces and job-placement demands. This skills gap has widened due to the rapid advancement of technology and the increasing use of artificial intelligence. Now, more than ever, academic institutions must create course pipelines that support and advance the real-world work of community and industry partners. Hamline University's Work-Integrated Learning Project aims to bridge this skills gap by connecting community and industry partners to student learning. The aim is to help learners develop practical skills in areas such as data analysis, research methodologies, and ethical decision-making while enhancing their problem-solving capabilities. In turn, the output of community and industry partners will be enhanced through skills-based learning grounded in research, analysis, and critical reflection. “We are responsible for preparing our students for the opportunities that await and those they must create themselves.” F. Garvin Davenport Dean, College of Liberal Arts Hamline University Request to match now for an upcoming experience in Spring 2025! Note that not all projects will be matched immediately. If you need a project on a quicker timeline, please  book some time  to speak with our team to find another suitable experience.

This grant-writing experience helps students build practical skills like writing letters of intent, creating timelines with budgets, and designing clear assessment models. By researching funding opportunities and crafting persuasive proposals that meet funders’ needs, they can help organizations secure funding for important projects. Students also learn how to align proposals with application guidelines and clearly communicate project goals and needs.