XETHSTD 197
Field Study in Community
This two-unit seminar on concepts of service, social justice, and community engagement allows students to incorporate their academic scholarship and personal experience. Field projects and guest speakers in the class provide opportunities for students to explore Berkeley’s rich history within social movements while reflecting on their calling and commitment to using their education to better society.
Topics
- Formulate a working definition of, and commitment to, community engagement in and outside of Berkeley. Explain important aspects of Berkeley and Bay Area history as they relate to current social issues and develop questions to explore these issues. Explore a social issue students are passionate about and connect resources to engage with this issue.
Official catalogue course objectives and student learning outcomes
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027