HomeAnnotated BibliographiesLearning on Location A Sense of Place and Belonging Share: Section NavigationSkip section navigationIn this sectionAnnotated Bibliographies Affirming and Inclusive Engaged Learning for Neurodivergent Students Capstone Experiences Conditions for Meaningful Learning Global Learning Internships Learning Communities Learning on Location: Place-Based Pedagogies Mentoring Service-Learning Student-Faculty Partnership Supporting Neurodiverse and Physically Disabled Students Undergraduate Research Work-Integrated Learning Writing Transfer In and Beyond the University Reference List Entry:Scott-Goforth, Grant. 2018. "A Sense of Place and Belonging." Humboldt: The Magazine of Cal Poly Humboldt, Fall 2018. https://now.humboldt.edu/magazine/fall2018/senseofplace.html.About this Magazine Article: I recommend this editorial to those interested in place-based pedagogy because it illustrates how integrating local ecological and cultural contexts into first-year programs can foster a profound sense of belonging among students. It offers a compelling example of how place-based learning can strengthen student engagement, identity, and community connection in higher education. Recommended by Charissa Lee.