Introduces students to the African philosophy of Ubuntu, which priorities shared humanity and collective consciousness across public and private life. Students define and analyze Ubuntu in the context of South Africa and the U.S. and examine individualism and collectivism, forgiveness and reconciliation, and their implications for nation-building. Students experiment with concepts of Ubuntu in collaboration with students in South Africa and apply these concepts to contemporary social problems. This course meets Steinhardt's Core requirements for Texts and Ideas.
Location
To be announced
Course Dates and Meeting Pattern: :
To be announced
Registration Deadline:
This program is closed and no longer accepting applications. Please visit our study abroad page to learn about our other global learning opportunities.
Who Can Participate:
- NYU Steinhardt undergraduates only
Related Areas of Study:
TBD
Course(s):
Students register for the following course number for a total of 4 points:
- HPSE-UE 1012 - Ubuntu: Collective Consciousness in Everyday Life (4 points)
Offered through the Department of Administration, Leadership, and Technology
Important Note: All program applicants are encouraged to meet with their academic adviser to determine if and how this course may be applied towards their program requirements and degree completion.
A draft course syllabus and itinerary for this program are available upon request to steinhardt.global@nyu.edu.
Faculty:
Teboho Moja, Clinical Professor of Higher Education
Zachary Klim, Executive Director of Global Affairs and Experiential Learning
Costs
Students enrolled in an undergraduate course will be billed NYU Steinhardt Undergraduate Tuition and Fees. Tuition and fees are due per the NYU Bursar's Payment Schedule for the term.
- Steinhardt Undergraduate Tuition (4 credits) - TBD
- Undergraduate Registration and Services Fees - TBD
Estimated Direct Cost Total - TBD
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