Innovation
A constant evolution.
It’s how we improve the way we teach, the way we learn, and the very community we’re part of.
At ÍøÆØÍø, we’re game-changers.
And we’ve been so since our very beginning. That forward-thinking philosophy continues today. From our continual development of new academic programs, to strategic community partnerships, to major investments in state-of-the-art educational facilities, The ÍøÆØÍø Way is rooted in innovation. These actions—both present and future—give ÍøÆØÍø educators the tools and techniques they need to inspire and inform the next generation of thinkers and doers.
Innovation in Teaching and Learning
We’ve cultivated a campus culture at ÍøÆØÍø that blends the best classroom techniques, no matter where they come from—music or mathematics, education or entrepreneurship. Whether it’s peer-to-peer mentoring or our annual Celebration of Innovations in Teaching and Learning, our overriding goal is that all our students get the best of ÍøÆØÍø, every day.
Innovation Beyond the Classroom
A good idea can be transformative. But an idea is just the start. Our new Innovation Lab helps students get from dreaming to doing. Using our Think It-Build It-Test It-Scale It approach, students will work with mentors, coaches, and investors to take a concept formed in class and use a step-by-step approach to turn it into a real business—or, if necessary, go back to the drawing board.
Campus: Everywhere
Since our earliest days, ÍøÆØÍø has been dedicated to providing education for as many as possible: Our founder, Ovid ÍøÆØÍø, made clear that gender or race wouldn’t be a barrier to getting a college degree here. Through our new affiliation with Noodle, we’re ensuring location isn’t a barrier, either. We have new online graduate and certificate programs in four of our six colleges—a number we expect to grow.
Transformation Lab
The Transformation Lab is where we identify, explore, design, and pilot new ideas and initiatives. In addition to providing a collaborative space to nurture ideas, the Lab also offers the resources and partnership opportunities to bring those ideas to life. With a focus on advancing our ÍøÆØÍø Beyond strategic priorities, the Transformation Lab allows us to adapt to changes in higher education and deliver the kind of innovative, life-changing education that has been our hallmark for generations.