Check out highlights of John R. Lewis College and then browse through our website to learn more about the different programs and opportunities we have to offer! 

College Nights

College Nights are monthly themed events that include entertainment, community and a delicious meal. Whether it be celebrating the Olympics, exploring the Italian culture or ending the year with an Outdoor Talent Night Barbeque, College Nights definitely bring our John R. Lewis College community together! Learn more about the Activities Office and how to get involved. 

Themed Floors 

Themed Floors are a housing option for students that are wanting to engage further within the theme of John R. Lewis College, Social Justice and Community. The Rumi's Field theme is Non Violent Community and students on this floor get the opportunity to take a 1-unit course and develop leadership skills through positions llike the Rumi's Field Peer Facilitators. located in one of the John R. Lewis College Residedence Halls. Explore Rumi's Field and other housing options within Residential Life!

Classes 

Classes offered through John R. Lewis College provide students with hands-on learning opportunities to engage in discourse around social justice. In classes like CLTE85: Social Justice Workshops, students can apply to be the class instructor - a unique teaching opportunity! Learn more about leadership opportunities like being a Student Teacher with the CoCuriccular Programs Office! 

Connecting with Faculty

John R. Lewis College offers many opportunities for students to connect closer with Faculty and their current research. Many of the college's associated Faculty actively engage with our community in both programming and events. One way in which this happens is through the Food for Thought: Quarterly Faculty Speaker Series, where students can learn more about a faculty's current research and ways to get involved. 

Participate in Alternative Spring Break

The Alternative Spring Break (ASB) program provides an opportunity for John R. Lewis College students to spend their spring break working and learning in either our local community or outside Santa Cruz.  In the past our students have traveled to Mexico and New Orleans to partner with local organizations. Students return home with new insight and an enthusiasm for creating change.

Graduate with Distinction 

One of the primary goals of John R. Lewis College is to help our students actively engage in the college community and build leadership skills that reflect our theme of Social Justice and Community. Students who take on leadership roles throughout various programs can be eligible to the Social Justice and Community Leadership Certificate upon graduation. To encourage outstanding achievement, academically qualified students will also be recognized at graduation with John R. Lewis College Distinction. To learn more about the John R. Lewis College pathways to distinction, visit the Academic Department site for John R. Lewis College.