Learning Community #13:

GOVERNMENT THROUGH THE LENSE OF CULTURE

DESCRIPTION:
The Government Learning community will include three classes: Government 1, ALS-70A and Anthropology 2. Government 1 will review the history and development of government and politics in America; designed so that you can understand why things are the way they are in our political system today. The class will emphasize civic engagement and service since this is a core theme of our current administration. The Anthropology 2 course will emphasize acquisition of a broad cultural knowledge set through the exploration of various cultural groups in America. Current race relations in the US in conjunction with tools for college success within systems of higher education will be explored. Students will also acquire skills for leadership in college and beyond.