Social Justice & Activism RAP

This popular program is designed for students who want to be involved in social justice issues academically and/or personally.

When you join this RAP you will...

  • Enroll in a unique a 1-credit seminar created specifically for this program.
  • Learn about crucial social justice issues facing the world today and explore ways to address these issues in your own life.
  • Share your living-and-learning experience with others who appreciate critical analysis and wish to create positive social change.
  • Engage with seminar leaders to discuss and identify ways to pursue your academic and/or career goals.

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"This RAP is a great opportunity for students to meet others who want to make a better world" -- Arlene Avakian

 If you want to explore themes of social change from multiple perspectives, and their relevance to current issues at UMass and in the world at-large, this RAP is an excellent choice! Join a community of peers who share your interests and who recognize the increasingly important need to address social justice issues in our complex world.

As part of the Social Justice & Activism RAP, you will take a 1-credit seminar that introduces you to programs and opportunities for leadership at UMass. The seminar also provides a supportive environment for personal reflection and critical thinking on local and global issues.

The seminar will place social justice issues in both current and historical contexts. There will be opportunities for group projects and lively, meaningful discussions.

Be sure to visit the How to Join page on this website to learn about the process and important timelines you must follow to become a member of this fantastic program!

It's easier to pick classes-to do your homework with an environment of peers who have the same interests. We all got together to study for the Women's Studies final and it was amazing."

-Widlynn Louis 

Classes

Students will enroll in the following classes:

Fall 2009

  • RAP Seminar 1-credit - on main campus.
  • Choose ONE of the following classes on main campus
    • "The Civil Rights Movement" - Afro American 236, Gen Ed HSU. (Discussion section in the residential area
    • "Labor & the Global Economy" - Labor Studies 190, Gen Ed SB. (Discussion section in the residential area)
    • "Intro to Women's Studies"- Women's Studies  187, Gen Ed IU. (Discussion section in the residential area)

Spring 2010

There will also be opportunities to enroll in other popular lecture classes (to be announced) and to continue with the RAP seminar during the Spring 2010 semester!

Location

Students will live together in Pierpont Hall in the Southwest area of campus.

Pamela R. Marsh-Williams, Ph.D.
Assistant Provost & Dean

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