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Developing Critical Consciousness Through Humanities Curricula in Higher Education
Quick fact
Studies show that participation in humanities courses, especially those emphasizing critical analysis and social themes, is positively correlated with increased civic engagement, including volunteering, voting, and community involvement (e.g., research by the American Academy of Arts & Sciences).
Why this is interesting
You've taken a college literature course, but could it actually make you a more engaged citizen? What if reading novels could increase your likelihood of voting or volunteering?