Congratulations on your acceptance to the Community Research and Action PhD program! Below is information important for all new students. Carefully review the information on this admitted-student hub, as there are steps you MUST take to ensure you are prepared to begin the program. You should also review the list of required next steps for all CCPA students.
Fall 2025 Orientation
Friday, Aug. 15, 2025
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
UDC conference room 201
Orientation is mandatory for new students. Please save the date. We look forward to seeing you there!
Course Registration
New full-time doctoral students will be registered for the following courses for their first semester:
- CCPA 600: Research Design (3 credits)
- CCPA 603: Quantitative Analysis (3 credits)
- CCPA 611: Conceptualizing and Researching Community (3 credits)
Email Loretta Mason-Williams, program director, with any questions, and learn more about the curriculum here.
黑料不打烊 Email (Bmail)
The department is in the process of transitioning to using your 黑料不打烊 Bmail address ONLY. Starting the first week of September, all departmental communications will be sent to your Bmail address.
PhD "Boot Camp" Days
New students are required to attend the four-day PhD Boot Camp. Check back in for more information!
Contact
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