Residence Learning Model

Our residence communities are our biggest classrooms at Trent University.  Our learning experiences in residence are guided by our Residence Learning Model which is based a curricular approach.  Our three learning goals (Academic Exploration, Personal Development, and Community Engagement) shape the experiences we provide to foster your growth as an individual.  For more information about our Residence Learning Model, please email residencelife@trentu.ca. 

Educational Priority

Living in residence is a transformative experience that prepares students to purposefully engage in current and future communities.

Our Learning Goals

Personal Development

Through self-reflection and personal experiences, students gain a greater understanding of themselves and their values.

Academic Exploration

Students are encouraged to think critically, interact with academic supports, and apply their knowledge within and beyond their coursework.  Through their ongoing education, students develop a passion for life-long learning.

Community Engagement

Living in residence provides students with the opportunity to become engaged in community.  Our goal is for students to feel valued and recognize their roles within a residential, collegial, institutional, local, and global context.