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Real-World Learning

student helping another injured studentInternships

Many students expand their knowledge and skill sets through internship experiences off campus.

Summer Scholars

The Summer Scholars Program at Roanoke College is a grant program that enables qualified students to conduct intensive, independent research for eight to twelve weeks during the summer.

Independent Study

Independent studies provide students with a practical application of their particular majors or more specialized study in a particular area.

May Term

May Term is approximately a three week period during which students can participate in a wide array of Intensive Learning opportunities, including travel courses as well as on-campus courses.

Joint Dissection

Students have the opportunity to participate in a joint dissection with a local Orthopedic Surgeon.

NCAA Championships Opportunity

Students have the opportunity to assist a faculty member, who is the medical coordinator, each year for the national championship contests.