Exploring Disability Identity
Faculty:
Spring 2026: February – March
Schedule
Subject: HR
Level: 300
Credits
Max Enrollment: 22
Language of Instruction: Russian
Prerequisites:No
In this online mini-course, we will delve into the complexities of disability identity through reflective and deliberate practices of slow writing and reading. The teacher will work as a moderator, participating alongside the group in exploring essays, fiction excerpts, and poetry. Together, we will engage in private, non-academic writing forms to uncover new perspectives and deepen our understanding of the lived experience of disability. This course fosters thoughtful, inclusive dialogue aimed at enriching our collective and individual narratives.
Guidelines for the Statement of Purpose:
Craft a reflective statement of purpose explaining your interest in the Smolny Beyond Borders online course. The file should be saved with your name and course title as the filename and uploaded accordingly. Your statement’s clarity and substance will significantly influence our selection. Convey your motivations and aspirations for this course succinctly but thoroughly. Kindly write your statement in the course’s Language of Instruction.