Through this course, we aim to create a safe space and community where students can learn about empathy, connect with others, and practice self-care. Class time will focus on discussion and activities, and homework will be multidisciplinary and alternative. Students will be asked to keep a journal for the class throughout the semester, and weekly dyads (one-on-one meet-ups between students in a Covid-safe and comfortable way) will be required. Classes will focus on topics such as the basics of empathy, empathy and art, communal empathy, empathy and the environment, empathy and movement, and empathy and poetry, plus active listening, self-compassion, love languages and more!

This class is heavily focused on the individual. Attendance is mandatory, and class will be synchronous. You can choose to take 1 or 2 units. This class is for everyone—whether you already feel comfortable with empathy and want to learn more, or have never explicitly thought about it.

Welcome! Every semester we receive a very high number of applications, so please try to be as detailed and passionate as possible! Applications are due January 26th, and on January 29th you will receive an e-mail letting you know whether you have been accepted, placed on the waitlist, or rejected. If you are accepted and planning to join our class, please let us know by January 31st, or your spot will be given to someone on the waitlist. Our first classes will be on February 1st and 4th.