Intergroup Dialogues are 4 unit courses that provide in-depth opportunities for students to acquire and practice essential intergroup relations and leadership skills needed to be productive and culturally competent citizens in a diverse democracy. Intergroup dialogue brings together students from two or more social identity groups in a small group, cooperative environment to explore social group identity, conflict, community, and social justice. Trained facilitators representing each identity group encourage dialogue rather than debate.
Intergroup Dialogue courses are organized around multidisciplinary readings (both theoretical and personal narratives), experiential learning activities, small group projects, and weekly writing and summative reflections. Students will analyze and learn about issues facing groups on campus and in broader society.
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Student Testimonials
Here's what students at UCSD have said about Intergroup Dialouge courses:
"I thought this class...challenged us in life-changing ways. I would say that I had a very positive experience."
" The best aspect of Intergroup Dialogue is that it not only taught me a lot about gender and gender issues, but it taught me about myslef. This class made me a more mature, strong, vocal, attentive, and empathetic person."
"It was so enriching to connect with peers on an intellectual level. It was very different from my science classes. I truly think it changed the way I view society and my place in it."