Each SSIR course will have its students living together in Lakeview, the newest residence hall, while engaging in a number of group activities including planned group travel as part of a research project. Classes are limited to at most 16 students each. Each course will receive one-unit of credit during the fall semester and 0.5 unit credit in the spring. The fall will be devoted to learning about the topic and planning for a group research project. The spring semester will consist of the group project with a research presentation of the results at the A&S Research Symposium in April. Courses may have a group travel component where travel expenses are covered by the program. Students are expected to commit to participating for both semesters.
The 2009-2010 Offerings
In 2009-2010 the University of Richmond will offer four courses for sophomore students. The courses are
- Civic Engagement House
- Demanding Equality: Activism in the American South Since Reconstruction
- Global Health, Infectious Disease and Human Rights
- Opening Nights: The Impact of Arts Organizations in America
The 2010-2011 Offerings
In 2010-2011 the University of Richmond will offer six courses for sophomore students. The courses are
- Argumentation and Debate
- Children and Mental Health
- Demanding Equality: Activism in the American South Since Reconstruction
- Global Health, Microcredit Finance and Human Rights
- Leadership and the Common Good
- Salsa Meets Jazz
Applying for 2010-2011 Courses
Information on applying for one of the 2010 - 2011 courses is coming soon.
Questions?
Contact one of the SSIR staff:
Rick Mayes, Faculty Director,
(804) 287-6404, Weinstein Hall
Andy Gurka, Director, Living Learning and Roadmap Programs
(804) 287-1238, Richmond Hall 113
Kay MacDonald, Adminstrative Coordinator for Living Learning and Roadmap Programs,
(804) 289-8415, Richmond Hall 113