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CLS 492 - Chicano and Latino Studies: Research, Theory and Practice

Foundational fieldwork by historians, social scientists, artists and activists. Survey of the development of CLS. Analysis of Chicano and Latino social phenomenon.

Average Grade - 3.423
Median Grade - 4.0
13 total students

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PHL 353 - Core Themes in Peace and Justice Studies

Core themes in peace and justice studies, including concepts of violence, conflict and reconciliation as informed by problems of inequality, power, and recognition. Institutional and practical approaches to nonviolence.

Average Grade - 3.925
Median Grade - 4.0
20 total students

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RCAH 112 - Writing, Research and Technologies

Arguments and analysis in oral, written, and digital formats. Methods of research, inquiry, and presentation. Research design and immersion activities. Writing for public engagement.

Average Grade - 3.800
Median Grade - 4.0
18 total students

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RCAH 192 - Proseminar

Proseminar experience in interdisciplinary, transcultural research. Focus on arts practice and humanities topics.

Average Grade - 3.500
Median Grade - 4.0
13 total students

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RCAH 225 - Foundations of Radical Reciprocity in Community Engagement

Foundations for developing equitable and reciprocal partnerships in community engagement. Emphasizes forms of reciprocity, relationship building, and participatory action-based forms of community engagement.

Average Grade - 3.682
Median Grade - 4.0
25 total students

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RCAH 235 - Foundations of Language and Culture Studies

Provides a foundation for understanding the relationship between language and culture. Examines how language and culture are linked to identity formation and how we interact with the world.

Average Grade - 3.685
Median Grade - 4.0
54 total students

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RCAH 292B - Engagement and Reflection

Participation in community engagement activities. Reflection on principles, methods, meaning, and ethics of engagement.

Average Grade - 3.504
Median Grade - 4.0
136 total students

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RCAH 310 - Topics in Childhood and Society

Interdisciplinary humanities-based exploration of transcultural societies through the lens of childhood.

Average Grade - 3.776
Median Grade - 4.0
87 total students

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RCAH 325 - Participatory Action Methods for Community Change

Advanced study and hands-on experience with participatory action methods in community engagement projects. Prepares students to develop, cultivate, and strengthen relationships, partnerships, and collaborations with diverse communities from an interdisciplinary lens.

Average Grade - 3.538
Median Grade - 4.0
13 total students

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RCAH 326 - Topics in Community and Collective Action

Topics and themes in the study of community engagement. Emphasis on historical, cultural, and social contexts impacting communities and how to respond by developing projects and desired outcomes in conversation with community members.

Average Grade - 3.658
Median Grade - 4.0
38 total students

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RCAH 336 - Studies in Language and Culture

Studies in the relationship between language and culture from an interdisciplinary perspective.

Average Grade - 3.395
Median Grade - 4.0
44 total students

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RCAH 390 - Immersions in Language and Culture

Preparation for living in other cultures, using a language other than English for daily communications. Synthesis of language immersion experience.

Average Grade - 3.573
Median Grade - 4.0
386 total students

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RCAH 391 - Independent Study

Supervised special projects arranged by an individual student and faculty member in areas supplementing regular course offerings.

Average Grade - 3.542
Median Grade - 4.0
12 total students

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UGS 201 - Big Ideas Seminar

Introduction to inquiry, research, and scholarship of complex issues. Special topics designed to engage new students' interests and advance their ability to consider complex topics, dialogue with diverse others, and use evidence to support opinions.

Average Grade - 3.441
Median Grade - 4.0
51 total students

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