帮助创造一个更公正的世界
培养领导能力, learn how to expand your sphere of influence and explore ways you can be a change agent and advocate for social justice within your workplace and community.
The Bachelor of Liberal Arts in 领导力与社会正义 在圣. 爱德华的 -在线, part-time program — supports emerging leaders in a range of fields that impact social justice issues. Subject matter is brought to life by merging theory and real-world experiences.
Core courses guide you in strategizing and reflecting on your goals for engaging in social justice work, and help you develop strong skills in critical thinking and oral and written communication. Elective courses allow you to examine leadership and social justice within multiple areas: the arts, 教育, 历史, 语言, 哲学, 政治科学, 宗教研究, 社会工作, 社会学, 以及妇女和性别研究.
Why earn your 领导力与社会正义 degree 在圣. 爱德华的?
Whether your passion for social justice leads you to a role in the nonprofit sector, 刑事司法制度, 社会工作 field or with a humanitarian cause, one thing is certain: The advantages of your St. 爱德华的 教育 will prepare you to succeed. You’ll find opportunities in and outside the classroom to learn, give back and achieve your goals. And your mentors will support you every step of the way.
与你的教授建立关系
Learn in small classes taught by award-winning professors with years of real-world expertise. 他们会了解你的, help you identify and focus on your goals, and provide guidance and insight during and after your college years. They’ll leverage their experience — and connections — to help you build your network.
加入一个充满活力、志同道合的社区
Inspired by the Holy Cross mission of St. 爱德华的, our campus community is passionate about serving others and creating a more just and humane world. 与我们的使命保持一致, you’ll be prepared to approach issues from a perspective of equity, 包容与人权.
收获奥斯汀的回报
Austin is one of the fas测试-growing cities and economies in the U.S. and home to numerous Fortune 500 firms and nearly 1,500 nonprofit organizations. 我们在奥斯汀的位置, partnerships and connections allow you to immerse yourself in a dynamic business environment that offers a wealth of internships and jobs aligned with improving social conditions.
What are job opportunities for graduates?
This online program prepares students to lead social improvement efforts and work with social-justice focused organizations in roles like these:
- 社区组织者或积极分子
- 多样性的官
- 非营利组织领导者
- 资金筹集活动
- 非政府组织项目经理
- 外联协调
- 案例管理器
Explore More Details 关于 the BLA in 领导力与社会正义
度计划
主要要求:
The Bachelor of Liberal Arts in 领导力与社会正义 requires a total of 33 hours of major courses, which include a combination of required leadership, social justice and communication courses as well as electives selected from the arts, 教育, 历史, 语言, 哲学, 政治科学, 宗教研究, 社会工作, 社会学 以及妇女和性别研究.
必修课程:
Students complete these three required courses totaling 9 hours:
- Introduction to 领导力与社会正义 – Acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to become a successful change-maker, 活动家和社区组织者. You’ll explore how grassroots movements can transform communities, cultural norms and global systems. Experiential learning strengthens your skills in choosing effective tactics, 促进组织, 积极倾听, public speaking and catering to specific audiences.
- 领导力和社会正义顶点 – Integrate the knowledge and skills identified in the St. 爱德华大学的使命宣言, incorporated into the courses included in the program, and honed during the completion of the BLA degree. 通过学生发起的, 体验式学习研究项目, you’ll demonstrate an understanding of ethical leadership infused with the fundamental tenets of social justice.
先决条件: Acceptance into the 领导力与社会正义 major, LDSJ 1301, and senior standing. - 写作与修辞 – Choose from a selection of courses that fulfill this requirement. 课程主题涵盖创意写作, 专业和职场写作, 拨款建议写作, 社交媒体和内容写作, 和更多的.
选修课:
Students choose eight courses totaling 24 hours, four from the social justice area and four from the leadership area. At least two options from each area must be at the 3000–4000 course level.
The part-time format of the 领导力与社会正义 program provides flexibility for non-traditional students, working adults and transfer students seeking to complete their undergraduate degrees. Major requirements will be completed through a blend of online, hybrid and face-to-face class modalities.