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Unique projects and opportunities enhanced distance learning experience for students by Lisa Kochanowski, Assistant Director of Communications
Holy Cross College students were introduced to distance learning as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic in March of 2020. This required professors to get creative with planned projects, assignments, and class trips. The cancellation of a trip to Detroit for the Christian Muslim Encounter class introduced students to a unique learning experience. The Arts 110: Intro to Photography class had the opportunity to get creative with life in quarantine through a special shelter in place project.
Distance learning creates a momentous experience Distance learning turned a cancelled trip to Detroit for the Christian Muslim Encounter class into a unique education experience. Professor Justin McDevitt organized an opportunity for the class to watch a recently released documentary called “Hamtramck, USA” about a neighborhood in Detroit known for its vibrant immigrant background. Along with watching the film, students had the chance to speak with filmmakers Razi Jafri and Justin Feltman via video conference. Students also had the chance to meet with the American Muslim Society in Dearborn, Michigan before speaking with the filmmakers.
“One of the goals of courses in global perspectives is to help students understand the need for global solidarity and the importance of understanding our own particular context in the world in relation to others. Only then can we truly treat all people with human dignity, like God calls us.” – Professor Justin McDevitt
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HOLY CROSS COLLEGE Connections | FALL 2020 / WINTER 2021
