Moving Memories

4.0 credits

Moving Memories enables UR students and senior citizens the opportunity to participate in a mutually enriching and artful mission. Together seniors and students work to create a performative piece based on a significant memory from the seniors past. Both parties share in all aspects of decision- making: topic, aesthetics, stage craft, choreography, narrative, abstractions, music, and more. Students work with social workers and geriatric specialists prior to the partnership to enhance their understanding of senior living. Social bonding opportunities via outings and communal workshops are part of the semester experience as well. The final projects are performed in culminating concerts at the senior residence as well as at the University of Rochester.