Performance Learning

Performance Learning
What does Performance Learning do for you?

Fast-tracks your career

Provides on-the-job training

Makes you stand out to employers

At �鶹Լ��, we believe that what makes us unique is not simply what you learn, but how you learn. Run your own business. Conduct graduate-level research. Take part in contemporary theatrical productions. Get a head start on your future with Performance Learning. All starting on day one at �鶹Լ��.
Performance Learning

Academic Programs & Majors

Celebrations of Scholarship

Student-Run Ventures
What is Performance Learning?

Performance Learning is one of �鶹Լ��'s core learning philosophies, where students are offered a wide range of opportunities to test drive their skills in an environment outside of the classroom to real-world situations through internships, research, global opportunities and more.
StudentSpotlight

Even before she knew exactly which college she was going to attend, �鶹Լ�� University senior Maggie Schrage had a plan of what she was going to do for her career.

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$3.2M HealthSciences Center

The state-of-the-art facility opened in Spring 2024 and features the Campbell Family Nursing Simulation Center, Health Assessment Lab, a collaborative graduate learning space and various office spaces.

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Performance Learning Stories

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�鶹Լ�� student-athletes support Northeast Community Fund’s ‘Love Thy Neighbor’ campaign

February 26, 2026

Community Partnerships Community Engagement Athletics Northeast Community Fund �鶹Լ�� Market

�鶹Լ�� School of Education hosts Interview Bootcamp connecting students with alumni mentors

Future educators gain real-world interview experience and career coaching from Big Blue alumni.

�鶹Լ��’s School of Education Interview Bootcamp returns Feb. 24

February 17, 2026

College of Professional Studies School of Education Interview Bootcamp Performance Learning
Performance Learning Through Student-Run Ventures

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Blue Connection

On the first Friday of each month, Blue Connection hosts “After 5 Live” gallery events with exhibit openings.
Performance Learning Examples
- Big Blue Backpacks Kicks Off Seventh Year
- Campbell Family Nursing Simulation Center
  
  Part of �鶹Լ��’s new $3.2 million Health Sciences Center, the Campbell Family Nursing Simulation Center provides cutting-edge instruction opportunities for students in �鶹Լ��’s School of Nursing.
- Celebrations of Scholarship
- Decaturian
- Ecological Journeys
- Performance Learning Opportunities Thrive at �鶹Լ�� University Performance Consulting (MUPC)
- Illinois Raptor Center
- Internships
- James �鶹Լ�� Honors Scholars Program
- Leighty Science Scholars Program
- Moot Court
- New Musicals Workshop
- Studio Pressure Night
- Study Abroad
  
  �鶹Լ�� students have the opportunity to live and study in other countries. The Center for International Education is proud to sponsor several ongoing international opportunities.
- Tabor Investment Portfolio
- WJMU