Stories and Societies RAP

Sewall RAP

The Stories and Societies RAP is for first-year students in the College of Arts and Sciences with an interest in how their own narratives connect to the past, to current societies, and to the future. Award-winning faculty offer small seminar-style courses and a variety of co-curricular activities that emphasize the connections between modern culture and its historical roots. With our focus on student academic success and wellness, the Stories and Societies RAP will help you transition to ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ. Start your ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ story here.

    Hall

    • Stories and Societies RAP students live in Sewall Hall

    Cost

    • $425/year
      *Subject to final approval by the Board of Regents

    Apply

    • Select Stories and Societies RAP under Program/Residence Hall in the online housing application.

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    Eligibility

    • First-year students in the College of Arts and Sciences

    Program Details

    • Classes range from history and biology to economics and sociology, with co-curricular activities (such as lectures, films and field trips) and local community outreach to help students recognize and explore these connections
    • One three-credit Stories and Societies RAP course each semester is required of all residents
    • Stories and Societies RAP was the very first RAP, established by students in 1970
    • Stories and Societies RAP also provides research opportunities for students, giving them a chance to work directly with faculty on a variety of projects.