Humanities & Teacher Education

Course Descriptions

SAAJ 121. Social Action and Justice Colloquium I (4)
A seminar focused on issues of social justice. Students examine how each of the following has affected social justice in the United States from the 18th century to the present: the social construction of racial identity; the role of gender in social equality, and the influence of socioeconomic background. The seminar actively promotes the development of academic and “real world” skills such as critical thinking, research, writing, oral presentation, and use of technology. Students explore strategies for promoting social justice and engage in service-learning experiences.

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SAAJ 122. Social Action and Justice Colloquium II (4)
A seminar that continues the study of the issues described in SAAJ 121 above. Prerequisite: SAAJ 121.

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SAAJ 123. Social Action and Justice Colloquium III
Students will take an approved course that provides an in-depth examination of a particular social issue. Prerequisites: SAAJ 122 and approval of the SAAJ director.
Note: the unit value for this course will be determined by the approved course in which the student enrolls.

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SAAJ 324. Social Action and Justice Colloquium IV (4)
A supervised service-learning experience in an organization with a social justice mission. Students apply the knowledge and skills acquired in SAAJ I, II, and III. Students will develop a regular schedule of hours and complete at least 60 hours of on-site work; read assigned texts; keep a learning journal; meet bi-weekly in an internship seminar; compile a portfolio; and make a public presentation based on what they have learned. Course must be taken for a letter grade. Prerequisites: SAAJ 123 or approval of the SAAJ director.

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