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Do you want to change the world, but aren’t sure where to begin? Or are you already engaged in activism and want to expand your skills and knowledge? This Pathway gives students room to explore the histories and theories of activism and social change movements, the skills required to organize people for social change, and knowledge of the legal, governmental, and economic systems relevant to understanding and participating in efforts to create a more just and equitable world.
Students who choose this Pathway may develop knowledge and skills in many of these areas:
Histories and theories of activism and social movements
Legal issues and frameworks
Skills for organizing, promoting, and mobilizing direct actions in public spaces
Collaboration skills necessary for coalition building and community outreach
Strategies for communicating and expressing issues to a larger public
Working with diverse communities and constituencies
Communication skills through multiple formats (performing arts, art, media, and social media)
Grassroots organizing skills
Understanding political systems
Grant writing and fundraising
Finally, students on this Pathway might consider careers in political organizing or campaign work, nonprofit work, or advocacy. They might thus become artists, writers, campus chaplains, politicians, civil rights lawyers, or theatre professionals. Whether you’re new to activism or already focused on specific social change goals, this Pathway is adaptable to a wide range of experiences and backgrounds regarding social change and is designed to help you refine your plans for work during and after college.
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