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The popular Farrand Residential Academic Program is a coeducational liberal arts program designed primarily for first- and second-year students in the College of Arts and Sciences. Farrand's two-year program of small-seminar courses (approximately 20 students per class) creates a close social and intellectual community. Farrand's many high demand courses, taught by award-winning faculty, include service learning classes, which integrate volunteer work with academic studies to give students the chance to put their learning into action for communities in need. In addition to its academic program, Farrand provides extensive academic advising and a variety of cultural and social programs. To ensure excellent advising and course selection,the academic codirectors meet and talk with students about the special features of the Farrand classes at their summer registration; students are then hand-registered by one of the codirectors.
Curriculum
Academically,
Farrand’s two-year curriculum provides a strong foundation of basic skills
and fundamental knowledge of the major issues of our culture, past and
present. Farrand students take 3-6 credit hours of classes in the hall
each semester, from offerings that fulfill every area of the arts and
sciences core curriculum. During one semester of your first year at Farrand,
you will take either Introduction to Humanities or a service-learning
course designed to integrate academic study and practical experience.
In the other semester, you can choose from among dozens of popular arts
and sciences courses offered in a seminar size only through Farrand. These
courses include anthropology and biology, political science and history,
film studies, women’s studies, math and calculus, and writing. Optional
classes unique to Farrand are special 1 credit conversation classes in
which small groups of students study topics such as harmonious relationships,
meditation for better concentration and health, and ethical issues explored
through film.
Co-curricular
Activities/Student Involvement
The most effective way students become involved in their college experience
is through active participation in as many dimensions of college life
as possible. Farrand offers many channels for community and outreach activity,
such as the Farrand Community Council, which plans community projects
both inside and outside of Farrand; the Farrand Improvs, our student talent
shows; the Big F, a wide-ranging series of lectures and events chosen
by our students; Farrand Outreach, group projects benefiting the community
and the environment; and Farrand Community Retreat, at a beautiful mountain
lodge, focusing on leadership and community activities. To help you feel
comfortable and involved from your first days here, Farrand sponsors a
colloquium before classes begin in the fall. Through thought-provoking
talks and small-group discussions, you will explore contemporary issues
on and off campus and learn about community outreach opportunities, such
as such as the Humane Society, a party for low-income children, or a clean
up of Boulder Creek. Farrand also offers a supportive advising network.
A staff of residential advisors and second-year student mentors advise
first-year students and help them feel at home in their new surroundings.
Cost (2005-2006
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$725 nonrefundable fee per academic year in addition to normal room-and-board
charges Fee subject to change Pay in full with fall semester bill How
to Apply Select "Farrand" on the program/building preference section of
the housing application Participation is mandatory for all Farrand residents
For More Information University of Colorado at Boulder Farrand Residential
Academic Program 180 UCB Boulder, CO 80310-0180 Phone: 303.492.8848
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