ACRE Undergraduate Reading Groups
ACRE reading groups consist of weekly meetings lead by ACRE-affiliated UCA professors. Students may apply to both reading groups, but are only eligible to participate in one group per semester. Student who fully participate over the course of the program will be awarded a $400 Scholarship. Students who do not actively participate each week, are consistently tardy, or are absent without legitimate reason will be ineligible for the scholarship. Books, meals and materials are also provided at no charge.
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Fall 2025 Reading Groups
Exploring The Economics of Immigration
Interested in how immigration shapes the U.S. economy, labor markets, and innovation? Join our 10-week Exploring the Economics of Immigration Reading Group, where we’ll dive into real-world research, debate hot-button issues, and explore the policies shaping America’s future. Whether you’re curious about wages, refugees, public opinion, or economic mobility, this group offers a chance to read and discuss major studies with your peers in a relaxed, engaging environment. No advanced econ background needed—just bring your curiosity and a willingness to learn!
The economics reading group is facilitated by Dr. Collin Hodges and will meet on Monday evenings from 5:00-7:00PM, beginning September 8, 2025.
Landmark Supreme Court Cases
The Supreme Court is a co-equal part of our federal government along with Congress and the President. And, yet, it is often overlooked or misunderstood. When Congress or the President makes a decision, there is not a legal document showing how that decision was reached. Most Supreme Court decisions, however, come with a legal opinion. Students in this reading group read and discussed major Supreme Court opinions covering topics such as corporate free speech rights, religious freedom, equal protection, and federalism.
The law reading group is co-lead by Professors Anthony McMullen, JD and Jacob Held, PhD and will meet on Wednesday evenings from 5:00-7:00PM, beginning September 10, 2025.
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