Experimental College (EXCO)

Explanation of Course Descriptions, Symbols, and Terms

EXCO 301 Topics in the Experimental College (Unit: 1)

Prerequisite: Upper-division standing.

Collaborative learning experiences in which students cooperatively explore a given subject based on their expertise and experience, shared engagement with materials, and a sense of joint ownership of the curriculum under the guidance of a trained student leader. Topics to be specified in the Class Schedule. Activity. May be repeated for a total of 5 units when topics vary.

Topics:

  1. Practical Ways to Improve Your Mental Health
  2. Intro to Psychedelic Trauma Therapy
  3. Campaign Writing for Dungeons & Dragons
  4. Continuing to Dissent Against Humanity
  5. Black Panthers History and Organize
  6. Cannabis: Cultivation, Culture, and Industry
  7. Mushroom & Plant Entheogen Research + Cultivation
  8. Bay Area Rave Culture & Event Production
  9. Conformity Gate: How to Disappoint Your Audience
  10. Premed Guide: Clinical Experience, Shadowing, MCAT
  11. Artificial Intelligence in Public Administration
  12. Finding Your Art Style
  13. Asian Student Union
  14. Rich Habits Lab: Designing Your Financial Future
  15. Knitting
  16. Divining Tarot
  17. Cliterature: Re-contextualizing The Banned
  18. FandomShipping: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly
  19. Identity and Community: Decolonizing Mental Health
  20. The Crisis of Mass Incarceration in the US

EXCO 302 Topics in the Experimental College with Service Learning (Unit: 1)

Prerequisite: Upper-division standing.

Collaborative learning experiences exploring a local issue through a coordinated partnership with a community organization. Connect the strategy of the work done by the organization to the needs being addressed by the organization. Reflect on the impacts of community service work on the community and on personal growth and learning. 20 hours of service work. Topics to be specified in the Class Schedule. Activity. May be repeated for a total of 5 units when topics vary.

Topics:

  1. Learning and Lust: Sex Ed on Campus
  2. Designing Inclusive Urban Spaces
  3. Bridging the Gap: Food Security and Healthcare

EXCO 401 Organizing Experimental College Courses (Units: 1-3)

Prerequisite: Upper-division standing and completion of an approved Experimental College preparation course.

A teaching practicum course for student instructors trained and prepared to lead EXCO 301 courses. Students participating in EXCO 401 will prepare materials and activities for their 301 course, discuss practices to facilitate learning and discussion, and participate in other teaching activities. May be repeated for a total of 6 units.

EXCO 402 Experimental College Service and Outreach Commitment (Unit: 1)

Prerequisites: Upper-division standing and completion of an approved Experimental College preparation course.

Gain experience organizing for the Experimental College by participating in outreach and governance through committees, planning events, tabling, etc. Supplements and extends the teaching practicum course for EXCO 301 student instructors. May be repeated for a total of 4 units.