Over the past decade the college admission industry has changed significantly and is now a fast-paced high-stakes game. In this project-based course students will learn about national trends in higher education, ethical changes in the college admission profession, use/abuse of social media in the field, and impactful communication practices for iGen students. Students will work in teams throughout the semester with deliverable projects that may be used by the University. Ideal for creative thinkers, strong writers, social media wizzes, innovative multi-media creators, and passionate Rhody Rams. Open to all majors in the honors program.

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In this class we will examine human difference (race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation) and issues of social justice. We will explore our own cultural identities as well as those of others. Through class discussions, readings, and personal reflection, we will learn how differences are created and reinforced. We will attempt to understand ourselves and others in ways other than stereotyped groups or categories; develop an awareness of the causes and effects of structured inequalities and prejudicial exclusion; and work toward being more culturally competent in our daily interactions.

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This global learning course offers an examination of U.N. Sustainable Development Goal # 4 – Quality Education. Students will integrate their knowledge of the SDGs with a global advocacy campaign for an African country.

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