Experiential Learning
Learn by doing.
At Valley, learning happens just as much outside the classroom as inside it. Put your knowledge to work through research, competition, travel, and hands-on experience.
Beyond the classroom
Where will your learning take you?
Student Research Symposium
Debate and Forensics Team
Maastricht Institute of Entrepreneurship
Hands-on learning
Real experience, right here.
With on-campus labs, studios, internships, and service opportunities, you can put what you learn into practice from day one.
Nursing Simulation Lab
Build clinical skills in a realistic, hands-on setting before you work with patients.
Television & Radio Studios
Get behind the camera or the microphone in our on-campus television and radio studios.
Internships & Volunteering
Gain real-world experience, build your resume, and serve the community.
Travel & Field Study
Take your studies on the road, like the biology field trip to Utah. Interested in study abroad? Ask your advisor about current options.
Student Research Symposium
Share your research. Build your resume.
At the Student Research Symposium, you conduct original research, present your findings, and compete for an award in your category.
It’s a standout resume builder for graduate school and your career. Check the symposium page for upcoming dates and proposal deadlines.
Debate and Forensics Team
Find your voice. Sharpen your skills.
Our debate team helps you build valuable skills in research, critical thinking, and public speaking while making friends with fellow Vikings.
Scholarships are available for team members.
Maastricht Institute of Entrepreneurship
Learn from entrepreneurs on two continents.
The annual Maastricht Institute of Entrepreneurship brings guest speakers and entrepreneurs from the United States and Europe to the Missouri Valley campus.
It’s a chance to hear real stories of building a business and connect with leaders in the field.
Ready to learn beyond the classroom?
Request information or visit campus to see these opportunities for yourself.