A message from the director of Residential College

Dear friends and donors,

As we embark upon another transformative year here in the Residential College (RC), we are filled with excitement and gratitude for our community. In the RC, we strive to foster academic independence. We encourage students to explore their passions and intellectual curiosity and to chart their own academic journey. Small class sizes and a close-knit community, personalized attention, and meaningful relationships with our distinguished faculty define our approach as we foster a love of lifelong learning.

We also embrace global citizenship and leadership development. RC students engage with diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, as we know that education extends beyond the classroom walls. By emphasizing empathy, ethical decision-making, and intercultural understanding, we equip RC students with the tools to address complex global challenges with compassion and integrity.

To continue providing exceptional education and transformative experiences, we rely on the support of individuals who share our vision. Your contribution, no matter the size, directly impacts our students’ lives and sustains our commitment to academic excellence and personal growth.

With your support, we can:

• Foster the RC Community: Investing in the RC Strategic Fund sustains a vibrant and inclusive community by supporting “essential RC” experiences, such as language lunches, visual arts programming, the Drama Program, and more.
   
• Support Accessibility in Studio Arts: Contributing to the Residential College Studio Art Lab Fund helps cover student lab fees, ensuring that studio courses remain accessible to all students. Your support removes financial barriers and honors creativity in higher education.
   
• Enhance Scholarship Opportunities and Support Student Success: Your contribution to the Residential College Scholarship Fund helps support students in need of general financial assistance, professional development, and thesis funding.

We hope that you will connect with us throughout the upcoming year. Read about RC faculty and student achievements on our website, follow us on social media, and sign up for our newsletter. Thank you for your continued support of the Residential College community!

Sincerely,

Catherine Badgley
Director, Residential College
Professor, Residential College and the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology