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Watch the Appalachia Seminar video for a taste of the history and meaning of this longstanding immersion experience at Notre Dame!
Immersion Dates:
Sunday, October 20–Friday, October 26, 2013
The Appalachia Seminar is football friendly! Students will leave on Sunday, October 20 and return on Friday, October 26 in order to be able to attend the ND vs.USC (October 19) football game.
Size: 225–250 students
Cost: $290
Applications for the Appalachia Seminar will be accepted on a rolling basis until August 29, 2013. Students will be notified of their acceptance by checking their application. If you have questions concerning your acceptance into the seminar or site placement information, please email Mary Juckett.
The Appalachia Seminar has a maximum capacity of 250 students. This seminar is competitive—please be sure to fill out the full application to be considered for enrollment. There will be no late registration available.
*Only those students who are in good academic standing with the University are eligible for participation. By submitting the application, you confirm that you are in good academic standing with the University.
All Social Concerns Seminar placements will be posted on the following webpage when they have been confirmed. You will receive email notification when the site has been updated:
Appalachia Seminar Sites
(Please note: Some sites are only available fall or spring—not both)
| Fall 2013 Calendar of Events | Description of Sites |
| Google Map of Appalachia Sites |
— Social Concerns Seminar Directed Readings Options — Consider deepening your Appalachia experience by supplementing it with a directed readings course in your field. This is a wonderful option for folks who are traveling to Appalachia for a second, third, fourth, fifth, etc. time!
Click here for more information.
Course Overview
The goal of the Appalachia Seminar is to introduce students to the culture and social issues of the Appalachia region through community-based learning. The course provides the opportunity for active participation in the community and direct relationship with Appalachian people. Exploration begins in the orientation classes where students become acquainted with the history, culture, and challenges facing the region (through presentations, discussions, and selected readings). During the week in Appalachia students learn from individuals and community-based organizations (focusing on housing, education, health, and the environment). The follow-up classes facilitate analysis and synthesis of insights gained during the week.
Contacts:
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Seminar Director |
Seminar Assistant |
