Intergroup Dialogue
Intergroup Dialogue gives you an in-depth opportunity to acquire and practice essential intergroup relations and leadership skills needed to be a productive and culturally competent citizen in a diverse democracy.
Dialogues offered this quarter
Read course descriptions and how to apply for this quarter's Intergroup Dialogues.
How Intergroup Dialogues work
- Intergroup dialogue brings together students from 2 or more social identity groups into a small, cooperative environment where you'll explore:
- Social group identity
- Conflict
- Community
- Social justice
- Trained facilitators representing each identity group encourage dialogue rather than debate. Read about the differences:
- Intergroup Dialogues are organized around:
- Multidisciplinary readings (both theoretical and personal narratives)
- Experiential learning activities
- A small group project
- Weekly writing and summative reflections
- You'll analyze and learn about issues facing groups on campus and in broader society.
UCSD student testimonials
- "I thought this class... challenged us in life-changing ways. I would say that I had a very positive experience."
- "The best aspect of Intergroup Dialogue is that it not only taught me a lot about gender and gender issues, but it taught me about myself. This class made me a more mature, strong, vocal, attentive, and empathetic person."
- "It was so enriching to connect with peers on an intellectual level. It was very different from my science classes. I truly think it changed the way I view society and my place in it."