Academic Programs

LDR

201

INTRODUCTION TO LEADERSHIP STUDIES

Three credit hours

Timeless leadership questions are examined using an interdisciplinary perspective. Emphasis is placed on using leadership theory to inform practice. This course includes a service learning component.

LDR

202D

CONTEMPORARY PROBLEMS IN LEADERSHIP

Three credit hours

This course combines the nature and exercise of leadership as it relates to contemporary societal issues. Students will learn the context and history of these issues; the prospects and limits of doing something about them; and exercise leadership through a service project.

LDR

301

ETHICS AND LEADERSHIP

Three credit hours

A study of how moral values and assumptions shape the concept and practice of leadership. Includes the role of values in determining the moral obligations of leaders and followers in shaping moral environments. This course is designed to provide maps and tools necessary for truly ethical leadership. Students will develop a personal leadership mission statement.

LDR

463

CAPSTONE: IMPLEMENTING CITIZEN LEADERSHIP

Three credit hours

The capstone seminar is the integrating experience for the Leadership minor. Students will work with community agencies or organizations to develop a proposal to affect change. Proposal development will include an extensive literature review pertinent to the identified problem. Final stages include proposal implementation and presentation.