The Stories and Societies Residential Academic Program (RAP)Ìýhelps studentsÌýtransition successfully from high school to ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ, especially through classes taught in Sewall Hall by faculty who specialize in teaching first-year students, have their offices conveniently located in Sewall, and keep in close communication with their students.

The Stories and Societies RAP Director, Associate Director, and Program Coordinator all have their offices in Sewall Hall and are regularlyÌýavailable to help students planÌýschedules, registerÌýfor classes, chooseÌýmajors, and otherwise navigateÌýall that ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ Boulder has to offer.ÌýWe serve as the first point of contact for Sewall students; if we can't answer a question, we will refer you to who can.

The Hall Director and ten Resident Advisors who live in Sewall collaborateÌýwith Stories and SocietiesÌýRAPÌýto provide numerousÌýopportunities for studentsÌýto develop friendships, get involved, and adjustÌýquickly to the University community.

A quiet study nook in Sewall's Harding LoungeA quiet study nook in Sewall's Harding Lounge

In sum, Stories and SocietiesÌýRAP providesÌýthe advantages of a small liberal arts college withinÌýa large research university:

  • We offerÌýsmall seminar-style classes (19 students each) that meet in Sewall Hall
  • Our courses range from Anthropology to History, PhilosophyÌýto Sociology, giving students necessary analytical skills for today's world
  • Faculty emphasizeÌýcritical thinkingÌýthrough intensive reading, discussion, and writing
  • We encourageÌýstudent participation both academically and socially
  • We provideÌýclasses for the Arts and Sciences requirements
  • We have professional staff present in the residence hall as a resource for all Sewall students

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