This course explores disability rights history and current topics such as effective community engagement, advocacy, self-advocacy, inclusion, social identities, policy, and the social dimensions of living with disabilities in the US today. Students, in small groups, participate in weekly service, engaging in enrichment and socialization activities with individuals living with disabilities, in collaboration with a local community partner (generally one evening/week). Additionally, one evening orientation session and three full-day weekend events are required.

This is a stand-alone independent study designed by the student and faculty sponsor that involves frequent interaction between instructor and student. Qualitative and quantitative enrichment must be evident on the proposed contract before consent is given to undertake the study.

Practicum for Civic Engagement and Service-Learning

Civic Engagement and Service-Learning Practicum

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This is the second semester course in the Community Scholars Program. Students learn the use of such tools as social justice theory, contemplative practice, and group dynamics to support them in collective work toward structural change regarding a significant social problem.

This course is the second of a two-semester service-learning set of courses in the IMPACT! Residential Academic Program. In the spring seminar, students continue the reflective learning process begun during the fall seminar, examining in greater depth the role of social identity and social justice theory in the context of their community service experiences. Each student will complete 30 hours of community service over the course of the semester.

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