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 GenAI and Engaged 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.