
The 15th Annual Conference on Applied Learning in Higher Education (CALHE) will be held March 9-11, 2023 on the campus of Missouri Western State University. The abstract submission portal is open. The abstract submission deadline is Friday, December 2, 2022.
Applied Learning Across the Curriculum
The 2023 conference theme focuses on the integration of applied learning within and across the curriculum. This broad theme should allow and encourage submissions of applied learning activities in all various forms. Submissions do not have to directly encompass the theme. We welcome submissions that may address an applied learning activity, community engagement or research, including theoretical and philosophical foundations of applied learning.
Preliminary Program:
Thursday, March 9:
- 5:30 – 6:15 pm Conference Check-in and Networking
- 6:15 – 7:30 pm Banquet Dinner
- 7:30 – 8:30 pm Keynote Address: Dr. Erin Dolan, University of Georgia “Undergraduate Research at Scale: What if the treatment is a CURE?”
Friday, March 10:
- Morning Session – Oral presentations focused on applied learning related to creativity (entrepreneurship, artistic expression) and discovery (research, study away/abroad).
- Undergraduate Poster Session
- Afternoon Session – Oral presentations focused on applied learning related to work (apprenticeships, internships, practica, student employment), and workplace competencies.
- Afternoon Session – Roundtable: Service and Service Learning
- Evening Session – Dinner and Awards
Saturday, March 11:
- Morning Session Workshop: Applied Learning – Crossing Disciplines
Griffon Office of Applied Learning

Dr. Mike Ducey, Director
Location: Eder Hall Room 221
Phone: 816.271.4391