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HECUA: Metro Urban Studies Term (MUST)
(offered both fall and spring semesters)
To apply, set up an appointment with the MUST advisor. The application deadline for the fall program is April 15. For the spring program, December 1.
MUST explores poverty, inequality and social change. To understand these issues, the program focuses on:
economics and government policiesurban sprawlhousing systemseducationrace and class issues
MUST students put critical thinking into action. You'll analyze policy, engage the community, and lobby elected officials. You'll also intern with organizations committed to social transformation.
While doing these activities in MUST, you'll ask three central questions: 1) What are the root causes of rising poverty and inequality in the U.S.? 2) Why does inequality still exist and how does it reproduce itself? 3) What can we do to change it?
If you enroll in MUST, you don't just learn about these topics, you explore solutions!
Credit Information:
U of M students earn 16 upper-division ID (Inter-Departmental) credits through this fall or spring semester program. Many U of M departments also award major/minor credit to participating students (contact your advisor or the CCLC for more information).
Environmental Sustainability students also fulfill these Liberal Education Requirements:
Social Sciences CoreCultural Diversity ThemeCitizenship and Public Ethics Theme
MUST is a full-time program. Taking additional courses during the semester is not recommended. Students spend two days per week in the Reading and Field Seminars, and three days per week at an internship site.
Tuition Information:
Tuition for the MUST semester program (during the 2007-2008 academic year) is $7400. Additional application fees may also apply. Most financial aid applies, and there are several scholarships available to U of M students. Contact the MUST advisor for more details.
Still Have Questions?
Here are a few ways to get your questions answered:
Attend a MUST Info Session. You can pick a day and time that's convenient for you.
Meet with the MUST advisor.
See HECUA's MUST page for a sample syllabus, potential internship options, and much more information.
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