ELP participants are separated into 7 Knowledge Communities (KCs). Each of these small groups consist of 12 ELP participants (first year or transfer students), 2 mentors, a faculty advisor, and a staff advisor. The KCs meet weekly to discuss leadership and plan their service learning project (SLP). The KCs are theme-based so participants have a shared interest and focus for their SLP.
Participants indicate their KC preferences on the application. Placement is not based
on major or residential community, but student interest.
Knowledge Communities:
| Knowledge Community | Fall 2025 Weekly Meeting Time |
| Arts and Humanities | Tuesdays 10:00-11:00am |
| Business and Entrepreneurship | Tuesdays 3:15-4:15pm |
| Environment and Ecology | Wednesdays 4:00-5:00pm |
| Global Awareness and Citizenship | Tuesdays 12:20-1:20pm |
| Public Service | Thursdays 2:00-3:00pm |
| Sports, Recreation, and Wellness | Thursdays 12:00-1:00pm |
| Technology in Society | Mondays 12:00-1:00pm |