Getting Connected

You'll take three courses with the same group of about 22 students each fall: two three-credit hour general education classes and a one-credit hour connections course. All three count toward your K-State Core requirements for graduation. Those familiar faces make even the larger lecture classes feel more manageable and connected.

Your weekly connections course is where things get hands-on. You'll meet with your 22 classmates and your professor who's an expert in your community's focus to dig deeper into what you're learning. A Learning Assistant, a student who's already succeeded in these same courses, plans engaging activities both in and out of the classroom, and answers your real questions about navigating college life.

The CAT Communities are also a great place to make friends that just might last a lifetime.

 

 

How do I Sign-Up?

Space is limited as each learning community only has 22 seats available. Students may only sign up for one CAT Community or Residential CAT Community, and you should not sign up if you already have college credit for any of the classes that are a part of it.

CAT Communities:

If you are interested in enrolling in a CAT Community, follow the directions:

1. Read through the CAT Community options to find the best fit for your academic needs and interests. Make sure you aren't bringing in any credits for the three required classes.
2. Talk with your advisor during your advising appointment in the spring/summer to get connected. Learn more about how to make your advising appointment online.
3. You can also fill out our CAT Community interest survey. This is not a guarantee for a spot, but our team will reach out to you with next steps for enrollment directly before you work with your advisor if you choose to indicate your interest this way.

Residential CAT Communities:

If you are interested in enrolling in a Residential CAT Community, follow the directions:

1. Read through the Residential CAT Community options to find the best fit for your academic needs and interests. Make sure you aren't bringing in any credits for the three required classes.
2. Indicate which Residential CAT Community you would like to be a part of on your Residence Hall Application.
3. After you make your selection, you will receive an email from Housing and Dining with the details about your Residential CAT Community choice, including the required courses and hall, and a link you will need to click to fill out with a brief survey to confirm your interest.
4. Our K-State First team will confirm your spot, we will enroll you in the three courses in the Spring semester, and they will be on your schedule before your advising appointment in the Spring/Summer! You can also work with your advisor during your Advising Appointment to get connected if you aren't sure which option is right for you!

For more information about the room styles available within the halls, you can also Explore Your Options on the Housing and Dining site.