Internship course for students in Community Education and Social Change major.

Not available at this time.

Not available at this time.

Course provides a general understanding of the field of student affairs and higher education administration. Students learn about the research and practice of this field work and study and how best to prepare to enter this field.

The purpose of the course is to provide students general background information and understanding with working with diverse communities. Students will learn research and practice in this area of work as they learn how to be a change agent for the community. They will read about various leadership and administrative styles to lead in a diverse community.

This course is designed to enable student leaders to begin developing their leadership skills. The topics covered will allow students to: gain skill development on a range of topics; build community connections; explore literature related to leadership theory; increase self awareness and awareness of others as members of social groups; and strengthen residential student leadership programs.

This course is designed to provide a learning community for all students to discuss the value of, importance in, and skills to contribute to positive social change as a student leader in the residence halls at UMass Amherst.