IDND011
MAKING A DIFFERENCE
- Department
- Interdepart/Nondept/Interdis
- Terms offered
- 9
- Data refreshed
- Sep 29, 2026
Description
Section information text: This course will offer a scholarly perspective on "making a difference," defined as the many varieties of social change ranging from philanthropy to political activism. Students will analyze how others have made a difference in a range of times and places, and will learn skills to make a difference at three levels: in their lives, on the Clark campus, and in the city of Worcester. This is a multi-disciplinary course in which readings will be derived from the fields of sociology, psychology, community development, urban studies, education, social policy, and political science. Themes of personal growth, leadership, collaboration, and activism will be explored. In addition to writing assignments, students will be expected to participate actively in class discussions and experiential exercises, as well as complete a structured service placement in a neighborhood agency. The concluding assignment will be a proposal for community-based social change activity.
Syllabi
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Offerings and forecast 2010–2018
| Year | Fall | Spring | Summer | Intersession |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2030 | 2030 Fall: 9% chance, medium confidence. Offered in 1 of 9 fall terms since 2018. | 2030 Spring: 7% chance, medium confidence. Offered in 0 of 9 spring terms since 2018. | 2030 Summer: 7% chance, medium confidence. Offered in 0 of 9 summer terms since 2018. | 2030 Intersession: 8% chance, medium confidence. Offered in 0 of 6 intersession terms since 2020. |
| 2029 | 2029 Fall: 11% chance, medium confidence. Offered in 2 of 10 fall terms since 2017. | 2029 Spring: 6% chance, medium confidence. Offered in 0 of 10 spring terms since 2017. | 2029 Summer: 6% chance, medium confidence. Offered in 0 of 10 summer terms since 2017. | 2029 Intersession: 7% chance, medium confidence. Offered in 0 of 7 intersession terms since 2017. |
| 2028 | 2028 Fall: 13% chance, medium confidence. Offered in 3 of 11 fall terms since 2016. | 2028 Spring: 5% chance, medium confidence. Offered in 0 of 11 spring terms since 2016. | 2028 Summer: 5% chance, medium confidence. Offered in 0 of 11 summer terms since 2016. | 2028 Intersession: 7% chance, medium confidence. Offered in 0 of 7 intersession terms since 2017. |
| 2027 | 2027 Fall: 15% chance, high confidence. Offered in 4 of 12 fall terms since 2015. | 2027 Spring: 5% chance, high confidence. Offered in 0 of 12 spring terms since 2015. | 2027 Summer: 5% chance, high confidence. Offered in 0 of 12 summer terms since 2015. | 2027 Intersession: 6% chance, medium confidence. Offered in 0 of 7 intersession terms since 2017. |
| 2018 | 1 section | Not offered | Not offered | No data |
| 2017 | 1 section | Not offered | Not offered | Not offered |
| 2016 | 1 section | Not offered | Not offered | No data |
| 2015 | 1 section | Not offered | Not offered | No data |
| 2014 | 1 section | Not offered | Not offered | No data |
| 2013 | 1 section | Not offered | Not offered | No data |
| 2012 | 1 section | Not offered | Not offered | No data |
| 2011 | 1 section | Not offered | Not offered | No data |
| 2010 | 1 section | Not offered | Not offered | No data |
Meeting times
Recent first- Mon, Wed, 4:15 PM–5:30 PM ASEC303 201820172015
- Mon, 2:50 PM–5:50 PM JC104 201420132012
- Mon, Wed, 4:15 PM–5:30 PM BP220 2011
- Wed, 9:00 AM–11:50 AM JC220 2010
| Term | Professor | Type | Credits | Enrollment | CRN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2018 | Micki E. Davis | Lecture | 1 | 18 of 16 enrolled | 20983 |
| Fall 2017 | Micki E. Davis | Lecture | 1 | 16 of 16 enrolled | 20983 |
| Fall 2016 | Micki E. Davis | Lecture | 1 | 15 of 16 enrolled | 20983 |
| Fall 2015 | Micki E. Davis | Lecture | 1 | 16 of 16 enrolled | 20983 |
| Fall 2014 | Micki E. Davis | Lecture | 1 | 18 of 16 enrolled | 20983 |
| Fall 2013 | Micki E. Davis | Lecture | 1 | 17 of 17 enrolled | 20983 |
| Fall 2012 | Micki E. Davis | Lecture | 1 | 18 of 17 enrolled | 20983 |
| Fall 2011 | Micki E. Davis | First Year Seminar | 1 | 16 of 16 enrolled | 20983 |
| Fall 2010 | Micki E. Davis | First Year Seminar | 1 | 17 of 17 enrolled | 28165 |