<p>Dear UA Student,</p>
<p>If youre interested in exploring social justice issues in our state or around the world through documentary filmmaking, apply now for Documenting Justice, a nationally unique, two-semester course open to students of all majors. Applications are due March 11, but early submittal is recommended.</p>
<p>Documenting Justice involves the study of film theory, documentary history, nonfiction storytelling techniques and the technical aspects of film production. Undergraduate credit for Documenting Justice is available through UA Telecommunication & Film, Anthropology, New College and Honors College. Graduate credit is available for law students and through Telecommunication & Film. Two sections of the course are available. Alabama Documenting Justice focuses on issues of justice and injustice in Alabama, and International Documenting Justice, for those who plan to study abroad, allows students to tell social-justice-themed stories from all corners of the globe. </p>
<p>The program culminates with a public premiere of the films. Past Documenting Justice projects have gone on to film festivals across the country as well, and several have won awards. While the course is designed for non-film majors, those with production experience also are encouraged to apply. The 2011-2012 class is limited to 20 students (16 in the Alabama course and four in the international section). As applications are received, students will be contacted to schedule an interview with the instructors.</p>
<p>The 2011-2012 application is attached and available at cesr.ua.edu and the Center for Ethics & Social Responsibility, on the first floor of Temple Tutwiler Hall. </p>
<p>Olivia Grider</p>
<p>research project coordinator</p>
<p>Center for Ethics & Social Responsibility</p>
<p>113 Temple Tutwiler</p>
<p>Box 870168</p>
<p>Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0168</p>
<p>(205) 348-6493</p>