Social Justice & Activism RAP Fall 2013

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...

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" -- Professor Arlene Avakian

If you want to explore themes of social change from multiple perspectives, and their relevance to current issues at UMass Amherst 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 Amherst. 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

Fall 2013

All students will enroll in two classes, both taught in the residential area:

"RAP Seminar"- UNIV 190R, 1 credit

AND

"Race, Gender, Class and Ethnicity" - Sociology 106 (Gen Ed SBU), 4 credits

Location

Students will live in Gorman Hall in the Central area of campus

Spring 2014

Sections of College Writing (English Writing 112) available in the residential area.

Home About RAP FAQ RAP Facts & Features Contact Us How to Join Resources & Links Academic Support For Faculty & Instructors Thatcher Language House Accommodation Policy Social Justice & Activism RAP Fall 2013 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... 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. "This RAP is a great opportunity for students to meet others who want to make a better world" -- Professor Arlene Avakian If you want to explore themes of social change from multiple perspectives, and their relevance to current issues at UMass Amherst 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 Amherst. 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 Fall 2013 All students will enroll in two classes, both taught in the residential area: "RAP Seminar"- UNIV 190R, 1 credit AND "Race, Gender, Class and Ethnicity" - Sociology 106 (Gen Ed SBU), 4 credits Location Students will live in Gorman Hall in the Central area of campus Spring 2014 Sections of College Writing (English Writing 112) available in the residential area.
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