Extra-credit Assignment

sub·cul·ture n. 1. A cultural subgroup differentiated by status, ethnic background, residence, religion, or other factors that functionally unify the group and act collectively on each member

For this optional extra-credit assignment, you will explore a culture not typically highlighted in the American mainstream. You must spend at least two hours emerged in a subculture, then write a full, two-page essay illustrating your experience inside that group. Research on your subculture is not required; however, the more you understand about your group, the better. I also encourage you to particpate in the activities of your subculture—so long as they are not dangerous or illegal.

Guidelines:

• You must embed yourself in a subculture not typically represented in the American mainstream (e.g. fantasy RGP, hot rod collectors, bird-watchers, coupon clubs)
• This should be a subculture with which you have little or no previous experience
• You must spend a minimum of two continuous hours embedded within this group
• Again, you cannot participate in activities that are either dangerous or illegal

Due: Email by Friday, Dec. 10th at midnight