Residential Learning Communities (RLCs)
Residential Learning Communities (RLC) are an exciting addition to our Residence Halls. They provide a living/learning environment that encourages personal enrichment and the achievement of shared educational goals. RLCs provide students with the opportunity to share their talents and pursue their interests with like-minded people. Each RLC has an advisor who facilitates programming that fits with the theme of the RLC. Residents can expect academic and peer support from their advisor, Residential Life Staff and their fellow residents.
The following are brief descriptions of each RLC.
UNIVERSITY MINISTRY RLC
FIRST YEAR STUDENTS
The University Ministry RLC will be located in Camino/Founders, Maher, and Missions B. This RLC, The Real World, welcomes all First Year Students who are interested in growing spiritually and building a supportive community. Residents are offered many opportunities to live out their faith through weekly floor socials, retreats, and community service projects. In addition to the Resident Assistant, a Resident Minister or University Chaplain lives on each floor to act as a spiritual mentor, to help build community on the floor and within the residence hall, and to introduce new members to the larger University Ministry community.
Experience a foreign culture and develop a global perspective by participating in the University Ministry 's Nicaragua immersion trip scheduled for January 11-20, 2009.
UNIVERSITY MINISTRY RLC
UPPERCLASS
The Upper Class University Ministry RLC will be located in the Alcala Vista Apartments. An application is required for this RLC.
HONORS RLC
FIRST YEAR STUDENTS & UPPERCLASS
This RLC offers students in the Honors Program an opportunity to promote academic success while sharing with one another their love of life, learning, and the world. Residents have the opportunity to invite faculty, staff and outside speakers into the residence hall. The First Year Students RLC will be located in the San Antonio de Padua Apartments. The Upperclass RLC will be located in the Alcala Vista Apartments.
SOCIAL CHANGE RLC
FIRST YEAR STUDENTS & UPPERCLASS
"Service is the rent we pay for living." - Marion Wright Edelman
First-year students with an interest in issues of social justice will find the Social Change RLC the perfect opportunity to build upon the knowledge, awareness and skills that they already possess. The Social Change RLC will engage with the topics of diversity, inclusion, community organizing, conflict management and program development. This program is a great opportunity to interact with peers who have a similar interest and become involved with the Center for Community Service Learning. RLC location to be determined.
THINKING GLOBALLY RLC
FIRST YEAR STUDENTS
This RLC offers first-year students an opportunity to raise consciousness about current global issues, while interacting in a residential settig. Popular topics of interest to these students have included human trafficking investigations, immigrations, Catholic Social Thoughts and war and peace. Students living in these communities also are given the opportunity to participate in January study-abroad trips to locations such as Nicaragua and El Salvador. These students will live in the recently renovated San Antonio de Padua Apartments and be some of the only first-year students eligible for apartment-style living. A resident assistant, resident faculty member and resident minister support the Thinking Globally RLC.
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES RLC
FIRST YEAR STUDENTS
Are you interested in meeting other freshman who enjoy the outdoors?
Do you want to learn the best places to get Outdoors in San Diego?
Do you enjoy kayaking, rock climbing, hiking, canoeing and learning to cook
great food in the Outdoors? Well the Outdoor Adventures RLC is for you!!!
This program will gather people who all enjoy the activities listed above,
along with the Outdoor Adventures Guides and staff.
Students involved in this program will be offered exclusive trips,
workshops, leadership development and discounts to the Outdoor Programs
equipment rentals.
The cost is $100 per semester and covers the costs of the trips and
workshops. All trips and workshops will be optional so students can attend
those they are most interested in but the discount on equipment rental is
good all year!!!!
This is also a great way to start getting involved in the either the Guide
Development Program or the many leadership opportunities within Residential Life!!! RLC location to be determined.
WELLNESS RLC
FIRST YEAR STUDENTS
Do you want to live healthy and have fun in college? Would it help you to live with other students that you can work with and help you to eat healthier? First year students participating in the Wellness RLC will have the chance to do this as well as participate in programing that promotes a healthy lifestyle and avoids the use of tobacco, drugs and alcohol consumption. RLC activities will focus on various types of wellness including intramural and recreational sports, study nights and faculty conversations, community service projects, religious gatherings and guest speakers. RLC location to be determined.
FINE ARTS RLC
FIRST YEAR STUDENTS
First-year students who have an interest in theatre or the arts will find the Fine Arts RLC the perfect place to connect with other students who share the same passion and get connected with the arts both on and off campus. Located in Camino-Founders residence hall (right above the various Fine Arts departments), this RLC will engage and explore topics surrounding the Fine Arts and be connected to theatre events, arts shows, concerts, and much more. Those interested in finding a unique community on USD's campus should definitely check this RLC out!
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE RLC
FIRST YEAR STUDENTS
The residents of this RLC will develop and utilize leadership skills necessary to be active participants in campus life. Through weekly programs, residents will strengthen existing talents and acquire additional leadership qualities. The Leadership Experience will work in conjunction with the Emerging Leaders program. RLC location to be determined.
WISDOM FOR THE REAL WORLD RLC
UPPERCLASS
Wisdom for the Real World engages students to explore the practical application of six core components in their daily life; academic, spiritual, career/vocation, community, wellness, and life skills. This exploration is designed to prepare students for the transition from college to the "real world". The program is housed in Manchester Village .
ADDTIONAL RLC INFORMATION
For more information about Residential Learning Communities please contact the Residential Life Office at 619-260-4777. RLC and Upper Class University Ministry applications can be found on Application, Contracts, and Forms.
