Kids as part of a diversity discussion.
Do you think your race colored your high school experience in any way? Do you expect that your race will affect your academic and social life at University of Mary Washington? Does racism exist in higher education? If so, what forms does racism take? We will explore these questions by first reading scholarly works on race and higher education. Then we will design and conduct two research projects investigating how race matters for Mary Washington students. The first project uses survey methods, which will provide a broad sketch of racial campus climate at UMW. With this project, you will learn how to design a survey questionnaire and how to analyze and present statistical data. You will develop the second project based on the findings from the first project. The second project will use qualitative research methods such as in-depth interviews, participant observation, and focus groups. You will learn how to write a competitive research proposal, how to analyze qualitative and textual data, and how to present and share your research findings. We will conclude our class with a discussion on how to improve racial campus climate at UMW.
* This FSEM counts as an Honors-designated class.