IGR Minors
Intergroup relations (IGR) is designed for students with a curricular interest in
race, social justice and dialogic pedagogies. Intergroup relations courses provide
students with a foundation in understanding conceptual and theoretical knowledge related
to race, racism and racial identity development in the U.S. The program also helps
students bridge theory (content) with practice (process) by applying communication
and facilitation skills within intergroup and intragroup dialogue settings. In addition,
skills learned in intergroup relations courses are applicable to the “real world”—including
preparing students to enter graduate programs focused on social action, work in diverse
workplaces and successfully navigate a global society.
The IGR minor requires a minimum of 18 credits, including the following requirements:
1. Intergroup/Intragroup Race Dialogue Course, either A, B, C, or D (2 credits)
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2. Foundational Course in Race, Racism, and Dialogue (4 credits)
3. Facilitator Training Application Course
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4. Capstone Experience (5 credits total)
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5. At least one of the following elective courses (3 or 4 credits)
a. Choice of courses that provide a theoretical foundation focused on a particular racial identity group and/or a race-focused topical area. Other courses with identity foci that demonstrate intersectionality with race will also be considered by the Program Director. Examples include:
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