<p>Hello! I have been hipped to the RC program in U of M by several people who have experienced it and were stoked on it. I even got a chance to meet with the head of the program. I was wondering if anyone could tell me about who I'd be hanging out with (I'm a fairly eccentric bearded male who is rather liberal and rather artsy) and how hardcore the workload is. I'm thinking about concentrating on Social Studies, and not sure about what to language in. Just tell me anything you think someone would want to know about the RC, pros and cons.</p>
<p>I've been nervous about my odds, so if anyone wants to chance me as well I would be happy.</p>
<p>(In a rural disadvantaged public school)
GPA: 3.86
ACT: 32
Classes: 1 AP last year, 2 APs this year and an advanced chem class. I have/am taken/taking 3 of the 5 available AP classes.
Extracurriculars: elected School Mayor, in Jazz Band, in NHS, very involved in the Mayor's Youth Advisory (high school students meeting with the city mayor to discuss issues and plan charity events), drama club
Work: Certified Election Inspector, teaching Algebra to the littl'uns, announcing track meets
Other cool times: Studied abroad in the UK!!!!!!</p>
<p>THANKS!</p>
<p>If you get accepted to LSA, you should have no problem getting into the RC with your background. Just apply early!</p>
<p>My D is a senior in the RC and I can only say how amazing this program is. The small classes, outstanding professors who actually get to know you well and wonderful opportunities make the RC a great choice for a student interested in the arts, social sciences and languages. The East Quad is also in a great location and has a certain collegiate charm. The only con I can think of is if you don’t care to become immersed in another language. If you pick a new language as my D did, there will be 2 to 3 semesters when that language rules your life…she happened to love that, but not everyone does.</p>
<p>If you are interested in an old timer’s perspective, it sounds like you would be a good fit. East Quad is a great place for the unique individual. RC classes are in East Quad, along with Prof’s offices, making for easy access. Most classes are very small. We had around 10 in my freshman English class. It’s nice to wake up and just walk downstairs for a class or take a Ceramics class in the basement. Foreign Language classes were not small, but discussion sessions were (4 each per week for intensive Language). We had an opportunity to eat lunch with Foreign Language Profs and TAs and speak the language. Some people love that RC classes do not have grades, but detailed written evaluations. My experience was from 30 years ago, so not sure how much as changed.</p>
<p>thank you! 2forcollege, I’ve seen your posts regarding many residential college threads and have to thank you for being such a great advocate for the program!</p>