High Impact Practices Initiative (HIPs)

At Seminole State College, High Impact Practices (HIPs) are integral to fostering deeper learning, student engagement, and academic success. HIPs are research-based instructional practices that promote active learning and real-world application, empowering students to achieve higher levels of academic and personal growth. Whether you're new to HIPs or seeking to enhance existing methods, our goal is to provide the resources, support, and guidance needed to integrate these practices effectively into your courses.

Purpose Statement

The purpose of High Impact Practices at Seminole State College is to ensure that students experience rigorous, engaging, and meaningful learning opportunities throughout their academic journey. By participating in HIPs, students gain valuable skills in critical thinking, collaboration, and professional readiness. We are committed to offering faculty the tools and support they need to implement HIPs, with the shared goal of advancing student success and retention.

Explore our resources, upcoming events, and faculty support options, and learn how you can contribute to creating high-impact learning experiences that have a lasting effect on students.

Hailee Handel, Coordinator, High Impact Practices, hosts a Faculty Support Hour every Thursday to assist faculty in the development and implementation of HIPs in their courses and to answer any questions along the way. This takes place weekly from 1 p.m.-2 p.m. in person in SLM L-214 or via zoom.

HIPs Impact

Student Impact

HIPs are also associated with student retention and engagement.

HIPs Upcoming Events and Programs

HIPs Programs

  • Spring 2027 HIPs Course Designation Form Closes

  • Building a STEM Faculty Community of Practice Through Data-Driven Undergraduate Research

    • September 30 - 12:30-1:30 p.m. via zoom
    • Join us to learn about a new initiative that brings together faculty across the Biological, Physical, Social, Computer, and Engineering Sciences to build a collaborative STEM Community of Practice. The project leverages large-scale datasets to expand undergraduate research opportunities and strengthen students' skills in data analysis, scientific inquiry, problem-solving, and research ethics. Faculty participants will have opportunities to collaborate across disciplines, develop course-based research experiences, engage in professional development, share teaching and research practices, and contribute to a growing network dedicated to student success and innovation in STEM education. This session will introduce the goals of the grant, opportunities for faculty involvement, and the vision for creating a sustainable community that advances both teaching and research at Seminole State College.
    • SignMeUp Link to Register

September Spotlight

  • TBD

HIPs Program

  • Faculty Notified of Course Designation for Spring 2027

    • October 1

  • HIPs Student Panel

    • October 12
      12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
      • More details forthcoming

October Spotlight

  • TBD

HIPs Program

  • LunchBrary: HIPs Amazing Race

    • November 4
      12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
      • More details forthcoming

November Spotlight

  • TBD

HIPs Programs

  • Summer & Fall 2027 HIPs Course Designation Form Open

    • December 1
    • Designation Form Link updated on December 1

Contact

High Impact Practices Initiative (HIPs)
407.708.2797