Douglass Women in Science and Engineering offers 4 impactful first-year living-learning communities that support persistence in STEM: Computer Science, Engineering, Pharmacy/Nursing, and Sciences.
Each LLC encompasses three integral components: Living, Learning, and Community. Together, these elements foster the development of students' STEM identity and provide a holistic network of support, contributing to students’ success in STEM.
“Grow the Bond” with the Douglass Sciences LLC, established in 1989. Welcoming up to 70 first-year students intending to major in the sciences, the Sciences LLC provides a nurturing environment that fosters a strong sense of belonging and promotes academic excellence among women in science. Located on Douglass Campus. Watch Video!
"Stay in the Loop” with the Douglass Computer Science LLC! Since 2016, up to 40 first-year students per year intending on majoring in computer science, data science, or information technology have the opportunity to participate in this impactful community for women in computing. Located on Busch Campus. Watch Video!
“Get the Prescribed Care” that will help you thrive in the Douglass Pharmacy and Nursing LLC. Since 2023, up to 40 first-year students in the Schools of Pharmacy and Nursing live together in this health focused community which takes place on the Busch Campus. Watch Video!
“Get in Gear” with the Reilly Douglass Engineering LLC! Since 2012, up to 50 first-year students in engineering have the opportunity to participate in this robust community for women in engineering. This community is on the Busch Campus. Watch Video.
"I gained an incredible group of friends and mentors that I still interact with to this day."
As a participant, you are required to engage in the following activities:
Prospective Students, to join a Douglass Living-Learning Community, follow these steps: