Etown Blue Print Program

Elizabethtown College is committed to providing our students a quality education that will help them develop leadership skills, better their well-being and connectedness, and enhance relationship building. The Etown Blue Print program provides students with a roadmap for this journey, acts as a bridge between campus and local communities, fosters life skills, and creates professional connections that extend outside the classroom.

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Program Completion Outcomes

A student may choose to participate in the co-curriculum formally for recognition in the following ways:

Certificate of Completion – Complete at least 100 units in a domain by participating in activities pre-designated by SLD across the learning objectives. Ten (10) units of the 100 must be completed through Reflection Circles. Students who achieve their Certificate of Completion will be recognized each spring at the Student Award Ceremony!
Blue Jay Blue Print Award - Complete at least 400 total units prior to degree completion, with at least 100 units being completed in each domain. Students who achieve their Blue Jay Blue Print Award will be recognized each spring during the Commencement Ceremony!

How Activities and Units are Determined:

All eligible programs will be assigned a domain and unit quantity agreed upon by the program planner and Dean of Students. Unit distribution will be based upon the frequency and level of participation required. Below is a general outline for determining units:

Event or Program Type	Unit Distribution
Participant - Awareness Building - may be a drop in, may not be an hour long, etc.	3
Participant - One-time event	5
Participant - One-time event with an opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue	7
Participant - One-time activity, significant time commitment (conference, retreat, Into the Streets, etc.)	10
Leadership - Student Leadership Position - RA, CA, Kinesis, Ubuntu, Peer Mentor (training and ongoing engagement)	30 per year
Leadership - Student Assembly, Club or Organization Executive (president, vice president, secretary, treasurer, team captain)	20 per year
Student Employee - Tutor, ITS, Bowers Center, Blue Jay Ambassador, Dining, Office Assistants, etc.	20 per year

Reflection Circles:

Reflection Circles will be one hour in-person group reflections, with a maximum of 10 participants. The facilitators will have a list of questions, and each participant will answer each question. Students must complete one Reflection Circle within each domain. Each Reflection Circle is worth 10 units.

Getting Credit For Participation

Attend or participate in a Blue Print-recognized program. All recognized programs will have a unit total and domain listed in its promotional materials. Contact the program planner if you have any questions.
Check in for your program using the Jays App and the assigned program code. Students must have the Jays App downloaded on their mobile device to participate in the program. Students will be able to generate a record of the activities in which they’ve participated in.

Unit Adjustments for Classes 2023, 2024, 2025

For the initiation of this program, Basic Certification of completion in each domain will remain the same at 100 units. The requirements for the Blue Jays Blue Print Award is as follows:

Class of 2023 Blue Print Award: total of 25 units in each domain, with one reflection activity in any domain.
Class of 2024 Blue Print Award: total of 50 units in each domain, with two reflection activities in two separate domains.
Class of 2025 Blue Print Award: total of 75 units in each domain, with three reflection activities in three separate domains.

Sign Up for the Program

Current Elizabethtown Students can sign up for the Blue Print Program here.

Well-Being & Connectedness

Define personal, holistic health and make choices that support wellbeing.

defines holistic health to include the following aspects of wellbeing: social, physical, nutritional, financial, emotional, spiritual, environmental, intellectual
understands mental health as a core component to wellbeing
explores issues of purpose, meaning, and faith
articulates the relationship between wellbeing and accomplishing goals
articulates the values and principles involved in personal decision-making
makes purposeful decisions balancing education, work, and leisure time
identifies the effects of behavior choices on one's own wellbeing
identifies campus and community resources that contribute to holistic wellbeing as preventative or in time of need
develops personal financial literacy
identifies effective time management skills

Develop self-worth, individuality, and independence.

identifies and commits to important aspects of self
develops and articulates personal belief system
define one’s own social identity and culture
develops strategies to manage time effectively
develops strategies for managing personal finances\
exhibits self-reliant behaviors
acts in congruence with personal identity, ethical, spiritual, and moral values

Create a shared sense of community and accept individual responsibility for the well-being of the community.

understands roles of identity and spirituality in personal and group values and behaviors
recognizes social systems and their influence on people
critiques, compares, and contrasts various belief systems
affirms and values the worth of individuals and communities
engages in behaviors and contributes to environments that promote wellbeing and reduce risk
exhibits behaviors that advance the health and wellbeing of communities

Civility & Curiosity

Seek understanding and create respectful dialogue across difference.

recognizes one’s own capacity to create new understandings from learning activities and dialogue with others
identifies important problems, questions, and issues;
seeks new ideas and perspectives
treats others with respect and prioritizes the dignity of others
identifies and exhibits advocacy skills behavior
manages interpersonal conflicts effectively
engages in critical reflection and principled dissent
understands and participates in relevant governance systems

Develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for academic success and lifelong learning.

uses multiple sources of information and their synthesis to solve problems
makes meaning from experience
personalizes learning
assesses assumptions and considers alternative perspectives and solutions
integrates mental, emotional, and creative processes for increased insight;

Explore purposeful life work.

explores intersections of passion, career and calling
articulates and makes plans to achieve long-term goals and objectives
articulates rationale for personal and educational goals and objectives

Leadership & Service

Identify and develop their personal leadership style.

listens attentively to others and responds appropriately
explores personal strengths and areas for development
seeks critical feedback from others and responds appropriately
seeks understanding of strengths of others and how those interact with one’s own strengths
demonstrates skill in guiding and assisting a group, organization, or community in meeting its goals
exhibits democratic principles as a leader or group member
assumes leadership positions

Develop an understanding of servant leadership.

articulates leadership as a function of service to others
solicits and utilizes feedback and resources from multiple cultural perspectives to make inclusive, equity-minded decisions and inform direction
seeks to dismantle oppressive power structures
frames communication with respect to diversity of learning styles, varied individual communication abilities, and cultural differences, centering the needs of others
communicates a vision, mission, or purpose that encourages commitment and action in other
motivates and inspires others by encouraging, empowering, and building trust

Integrate classroom learning with community engagement in partnership with local agencies.

participates in service/volunteer activities that are characterized by reciprocity
reflects upon service activities
develops understanding of the ethic of solidarity as a method of enacting change (understanding of privilege and power, building relationships across difference, and enacting structural change)

Equity & Diversity

Develop an understanding of how identity impacts one's experience and sense of belonging in one's environment.

articulates an understanding of diversity, equity and belonging based upon an understanding of the following concepts: power, privilege, identity, unconscious and conscious bias, oppression
identifies privileged and oppressed identities, naming concrete examples of privilege
defines one’s own social identity and culture
possesses knowledge of other identities and cultures
defines intersectionality and how intersecting identities uniquely impact individuals and groups of individuals
engages in behavior that affirms and celebrates one’s own culture and the culture of others
rethinks previous assumptions
expresses openness to new ideas and perspectives

Commit to acting in ways that challenge oppressive systems, reduce barriers, and promote belonging for those holding marginalized identities.

identifies and challenges language and other behavior that is harmful to people holding marginalized identities
reflects upon critical feedback and integrates into new patterns of behavior
discovers and utilizes resources for reporting harmful behavior
identifies systemic barriers to equality and inclusiveness, then advocates and justifies means for dismantling them

Commence on a journey of global understanding, truth-telling, and transforming relationships.

recognizes and exhibits interdependence in accordance with environmental, cultural, and personal values
seeks involvement with people different from oneself
articulates the advantages and impact of a diverse society
elevates the voices of historically oppressed individuals and groups

Frequently Asked Questions

What if I went to a program that didn’t have a check-in?

Be sure to obtain verification that you were there from the program planner and have them send an email to Nichole Gonzalez, Dean of Students.

How do I know for what category my program counts?

Each program should have the point total and category listed in it’s promotional materials. If you have a question about a program you’re attending, first check in with the program planner and ask if they can help you.

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