CI-175 Creating Social Change: From Theory to Activism
Social change doesn't just happen because something is "in the air" or because of some kind of mystical zeitgeist. Social change happens because engaged citizens find creative and innovative ways to frame social conversations and push on the levers of power. In this course we will examine some of the foundational figures and texts called on by those hoping to enact social change. We will study previous social movements in order to understand how they constructed and supported their arguments in favor of change, and how activists used creativity to overcome entrenched thinking and change the social conversation. We will work in small groups to collaboratively develop achievable but ambitious plans to engage the public and enact change in our own communities.
Prerequisite
Restricted to students with less than 54 credits. Students with more than 54 credits needing to fulfill their CI requirement should seek approval from the Undergraduate Advising Office.