Shared Journeys- Residential Learning Community

Open to all students with a purpose to live with like-minded individuals and/or those who are wanting to learn more about the First Generation/BIPOC student experience, history of BIPOC movements and First Generation Resources. The focus of this RLC is to discuss civil rights, impact of systemic racism, and receive support while navigating and breaking down barriers that lead to success.

Purpose

Provide housing open to all students with a purpose to live with like-minded individuals and/or those who are wanting to learn more about the First Generation/BIPOC student experience, history of BIPOC movements, and First Generation resources.  The focus of this RLC is to discuss civil rights, impact of systemic racism, and receive support while navigating and breaking down barriers that lead to success.

Learning Outcomes

  • Learn about the history, advocacy movements, and impact of movements such as POC at IC and the ALS March of 1970 that had great impact on the Ithaca College BIPOC student experience.
  • Gain the ability to discuss history, civil rights, impact of systemic racism, and social justice movements of BIPOC communities.
  • Gain awareness of resources at Ithaca College that support First Generation/BIPOC Achievement, success, and retention of students (resources that are available to all students).
  • Learning to facilitate conversations related to lived experiences of First Generation and/or students of color on campus as well as BIPOC communities, domestically and internationally.
  • Form meaningful connections with faculty and staff mentors.
  • Explore the greater Ithaca community and campus, emphasizing resources to build self-confidence navigation a new home.
  • Develop a personal success plan with goals centered on involvement, academics, wellness, and relationships.
  • Build a foundational support network with peers and peer leaders.
  • Strengthen Academic Skills that will help in transition and throughout first semester.
  • Reflect on intersectional identities that impact the college experience.


Location: East Tower

Population: All students

Room Styles: Doubles & Singles on a gender neutral floor

If you have any questions about the Shared Journeys - The BIPOC Experience RLC, please contact: