Senior Presentations of Learning

Overview• Introductions

• Pair and Share

• Overview of Senior Presentations of Learning

• Campus Examples

• Working Time - Ideas to Moving Forward

Senior Presentations of Learning is a process and event for Bonners to

reflect on their service experiences and to articulate personal

transformations brought about by participation in the Bonner Program while anticipating their place in the

world after graduation.

Pair and Share• Share your current process or ideas for POLs on

your campus

• What is similar?

• What is different?

• Are there any commonalities that both campuses want to enhance?

POL vs Capstone Project POL CAPSTONE PROJECT

Presentation that lasts 10 minutes Project or activity lasting at least semester

Guided by faculty and staff over 4 years Guided by faculty and staff

Tells how civic engagement has transformed them

Develop a question that matters to student and society

Engages in reflection and authentic presenting Engages in research and practice

Gathers input from multiple experiences

Gathers input from multiple disciplines and perspectives

 Recommendations for Guidelines

• Written guidelines are established for the presentation that include deadlines and parameters on presentation. 

• Connect Guidelines to Learning Outcomes

• Create materials that will support students reflections on their experience and/or help navigate the capstone requirement. 

• Encourage creativity and use of media  

Recommendations Preparation and Training

• Use of 1-on-1 meetings and group meetings to guide Bonners in their processing of practical experiences, Bonner Fundamentals (such as the common commitments and 5 E’s), and their personal enrichment.

• Host a senior retreat to support the process where students are challenged meaningfully synthesize their experiences on a broader scale (for example: meaningfully integrating vocation and civic engagement).

• Include training on presentations and public speaking in the process

Recommendations for the Event

• A celebration or other ritual event that includes a public presentation by the senior Bonners.

• Students are encouraged to invite parents, mentors, site supervisors and other appropriate guests as identified by the Bonner Coordinator/Director to hear their presentation.

• Senior Bonners are given some form of tangible recognition for their contributions to the Bonner Scholars program (plaque, certificate, medallion or cords to wear at commencement).

• The event could be tied to other Presentations of Learning on campus. 

• Presentation can be held during their own special event or spread throughout the academic year at Bonner Meetings. 

• Instead of having each Bonner present a public presentation to a large group, maybe think of having a poster session. 

• Use the even to showcase student learning and community impact to gain support for the program campus wide. 

Abbey Moore

Event

Preparation & Training

Reflection Questions to Consider

• How has your time as a Bonner Scholar influenced or inspired you?

• How have you service experiences been instrumental in your evolution as an individual?

• What would you consider as your impact on or contributions to individuals and/or communities? 

• Did you benefit from a relationship you developed through your Bonner service? If so, how did the individual impact you?

• How did your academic students enrich your Bonner Experience?

• How has Bonner equipped you life after graduation?

• What would you consider most meaningful about your Bonner Journey?

• What is your Bonner legacy?

• sDo you have any advice for other Bonners?

Guidelines

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