教育 and 社区 Leadership

Why Study 教育 and 社区 Leadership at Rivier?

Every organization and community benefits from effective leadership. Our 教育 and 社区 Leadership program will provide you with the knowledge, 技能, and competencies necessary to become an effective leader in community organizations.

Through a broad-based series of courses, you will gain a greater understanding of how organizations sustain themselves through effective leadership, sound financial management, effective hiring and staff evaluation practices, a constant focus on mission, and the flexibility to adapt to changing market forces.

In this program you will:

• Become an effective educator and communicator
• Gain industry-specific knowledge that will prepare you to enter in-demand professions
• Enhance your critical thinking and problem-solving 技能

2024年秋季奖学金 – Incoming 教育 majors are eligible for an 教育 Innovation Grant. 第一次, first-year students will be awarded a $3,每年拨款5万元, renewable for four years for a total of $12,000 in financial support, in addition to a competitive financial aid package. This grant award supports students pursuing degrees in 教育.

Get Ready for the World

As an 教育 and 社区 Leadership major, you will participate in field experiences designed to provide opportunities to gain an awareness of how organizations work. You will also have the opportunity to conduct an internship at a variety of sites that match your career goals. You’ll gain resume-building experience and the opportunity to build your professional network ahead of graduation.

On-campus clubs and organizations offer leadership and co-curricular opportunities to enhance your overall 教育. You can also take advantage of opportunities to study abroad and participate in faculty-led teaching trips that will supplement your classroom learning.