COMMLD 560B: Communicating Across Power and Identities
Instructor: Sarah Ross | 2 credits | Meets Tuesdays, 6:00-7:50pm in DEN 258
This course provides a primer on concepts of identity, power, privilege, and systems of oppression. Through reflective writing and facilitated discussions of curated readings students explore how their personal and professional identities impact their effectiveness in communicating across interpersonal difference. Designed to welcome those who may have previously avoided discussing uncomfortable topics, this introductory course empowers students with modes of inquiry that enable their essential self-examination and self-preparation for any future equity-related organizational collaborations.
Please have interested students contact commlead@uw.edu with their SID to be given registration permission for this UW Continuum College class. Please note class follows fee-based tuition practices, so is not eligible for tuition waivers and is charged separately from state tuition.
