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The College is following the guidelines of our state and local officials to mitigate the spread of this virus. We are in close contact with our internship sites to assess their ability to host students in the manner best suited for their business.
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At Wartburg West, we believe that EXPERIENCE is one of the most powerful learning tools available. Experiential learning allows you to apply your previous knowledge to new situations and better navigate the interdisciplinary nature of the world. As a result, you can develop confidence in your ability to thrive in a variety of situations and environments. Wartburg West is an experiential, urban studies program in Denver, Colo., designed specifically for Wartburg College students and students from associated partner colleges. Through experiential learning in an urban setting, students clarify their vocational goals, develop professional skills, and refine their personal values.
A resume is required for the application.
Download a resume sample here.
Rolling enrollment and acceptance.
Applications processed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Wartburg West student housing is located at Lynx Crossing on the Auraria Campus of the University of Colorado-Denver. This 150-acre campus is shared by three institutions of higher education: University of Colorado-Denver, Metropolitan State University, and Community College of Denver. This is an extremely walkable area with easy access to public transportation, shops, restaurants, entertainment, and more.
Contact Greg Lorenz, Urban Studies Program Director-Wartburg West, or visit Jo Dorrance, On-Campus Liaison for Wartburg West, in the Student Life Office, and Kathleen Sihler, Study Away Coordinator, in Whitehouse Business Center.
Urban Studies Program Director-Wartburg West
Internship and Wartburg West Coordinator
Study Away Coordinator
The college established the Wartburg West program in the fall of 1985. Since that time, more than 1,000 students have participated in the program which offers internships for students from ALL majors, the option of taking required courses either in-person or online, and opportunities for community engagement and service work.
The Wartburg West Advantage
Program & Course Options
The Wartburg West Sophomore Experience is only offered during the Fall Term, so plan ahead! Students complete a field experience in their major and take IS 201, ID 360, and a second Faith and Reflection course (currently PH 101).
Tuition, housing, and other financial information specific to Wartburg West can be found on the college’s Summary of Charges. (These are estimates for the current year. This information may be adjusted year to year.)
A resume is required for the application.
Download a resume sample here.
Rolling enrollment and acceptance.
Applications processed on a first-come, first-served basis.
3.0 GPA from Fall Term required.
Course Options
The Fall or Winter Term Program allows students to earn a full term of academic credit in one of two ways:
Tuition, housing, and other financial information specific to Wartburg West can be found on the college’s Summary of Charges. (These are estimates for the current year. This information may be adjusted year to year.)
Course Options*
*Partner schools will have some variation of the above.
A resume is required for the application.
Download a resume sample here.
Rolling enrollment and acceptance.
Applications processed on a first-come, first-served basis.
2.5 GPA required.
Students complete an internship in their major of study for 1.0 or 2.0 credits. Students do not take coursework as part of the Wartburg West summer program. Students are required to live in Wartburg West housing.
Tuition, housing, and other financial information specific to Wartburg West can be found on the college’s Summary of Charges. (These are estimates for the current year. This information may be adjusted year to year.)
A resume is required for the application. Download a resume sample here.
Rolling enrollment and acceptance.
Applications processed on a first-come, first-served basis.
2.5 GPA required
For more information, contact Pedro Bidegaray, Augustana’s Director of International and Off-Campus Programs, at 309-794-3463 or pedrobidegaray@augustana.edu.
Urban Lifestyles LS 260, 0.5 credit, (Fall, Winter)
Taken by all Wartburg West students.
Meets once per week, usually in the evening.
Readings, group discussions, activities in and around Denver, Colo. Written reflections exploring personal and societal issues that arise in the urban context and students’ own participation in the life of the city.
The Metropolis: Place of Convergence ID 360, 1 credit (Fall, Winter)
Taken by all students, except education and social work majors. Half of the requirements for this course are met by participation in Urban Lifestyles class, LS 260. The other half of this course is fulfilled through additional requirements, including an independent community engagement project, which lead the students into a more in-depth exploration of urban life and the meaning of leadership and service in that context. This course may substitute for ID315, a requirement for Leadership certification. Participation, reflection on urban life and issues from cultural, sociological, political, environmental perspectives. Independent project exploring dimensions of leadership and service related to issues that arise in the urban context.
A significant component of the Wartburg West program is the opportunity to engage in real-world learning. Students from all majors and academic programs are able to participate in internships during their third or fourth year of school, while second-year students have the opportunity to complete a field experience.
Internships
Students generally participate in their internships three days per week and receive 2.0 credits.
Student Teaching in Education or Practicum Experiences in Social Work
Students receive full-time academic credit for the field experience plus whatever seminar their department requires.
Wartburg is committed to finding and facilitating quality internships and field experiences for Wartburg West students. Staff work closely with students to identify and secure placements that meet their needs and objectives. Students can expedite this process through the following steps:
*Wartburg cannot guarantee a paid internship and will not seek out opportunities on the basis of compensation.
This list is updated throughout the year as new sites become available.
Biology, Neuroscience, Psychology, Biochemistry, Public Health
Business, Mathematics, Marketing
Communication Sciences
Computers/Information Technology
Design and Communication
Education
Engineering
English
Environmental Science
Finance and Accounting
Fitness Management
History
Human Resources
Media
Music
Peace and Justice
Political Science and Public Policy
Religion
Social Work
Sociology
“Wartburg West has proven extremely beneficial for Visit Aurora. We look hopefully forward to continued partnerships with Wartburg West. The students make our organization better!”
– Gary Wheat, President/CEO, Visit Aurora
Wartburg West is located at Lynx Crossing on the Auraria Campus of the University of Colorado-Denver. This 150-acre campus is shared by 3 institutions of higher education: University of Colorado-Denver, Metropolitan State University, and Community College of Denver. This is an extremely walkable area with easy access to public transportation, shops, restaurants, entertainment and more.
Some of the major amenities in the community are listed below:
Lifestyle Information
Transportation & Parking
Each room is fully furnished and includes:
*Wartburg West will provide additional furnishings such as lamps, desk lamps, crock pots, kitchen utensils, plates, bowls, mugs, etc.
A sample room can be seen below:
Alumni and students share their Wartburg West stories.