Life as an RC Student
Almost 60 years ago, the Residential College began as an educational experiment where students who chose to own their education took part in college leadership, shaped the curriculum, and created a community where creative and critical thinking thrived.
Today, the LSA Residential College (RC) offers LSA undergradutes the chance to engage in an immersive experience that blends academics with community and creativity.
From your first-year experience onward, you will engage in small, discussion-based courses, build real proficiency through our intensive language program, and follow your curiosity across disciplines, all while living and learning together in East Quad.
Whether you're debating ideas in Social Theory & Practice, building a show in the Keene Theater, or workshopping a draft in a seminar, the RC is a place where your voice matters.
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Living-Learning Community
As a Michigan Living-Learning Community (MLC), the RC fosters a close, student-led community that values collaboration, social justice, and creative expression. There are countless ways to get involved! Lead an RC Forum, join a student org, step into a leadership opportunity, or simply show up for the traditions and annual events that bring the community together.
Ways to Get Involved
- Participate in Community Engagement & Service Learning through classes or internships!
- Attend RC events in the Keene Theater & Art Gallery.
- Explore funding and opportunities that support your research, projects, and creative work.
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Your RC Network
As an RC student, you are part of a vibrant network of over 12,000 peers, faculty, and alumni who share a commitment to interdisciplinary learning and social impact.
Stay connected with your community through mentorship programs, alumni panels, and networking opportunities designed to support you throughout your time in the RC and beyond.
Stay Connected
- Explore RC Alumni Connections and mentorship opportunities.
- Get the latest updates through the RC Newsletter.
- Meet the faculty and staff in your RC community at a fireside chat hosted by the RC Student Union.
- Attend RC traditions to meet other students and get to know the community.
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Last Updated: 10/05/2026
