Minor in Community and Leadership Development
OVERVIEW
Who is this program for?
A minor in Community and Leadership Development is perfect for students passionate about fostering social change, building strong communities, and developing leadership skills. It prepares students for careers in community organizing, nonprofit management, public administration, and education by providing expertise in teamwork, conflict resolution, and strategic planning.
Program Overview
The Community and Leadership Development minor equips students with the skills to empower others and build capacity in diverse communities through coursework in communication, leadership, and social learning. This minor complements any major and is ideal for students interested in fostering positive change in both rural and urban settings.
Whether students aspire to lead nonprofit initiatives, work in public service, or strengthen community networks, this minor cultivates the skills and mindset needed to make a meaningful impact. Please reach out to CAFEadvising@uky.edu if you have questions about this program.
How to Add this Minor
Prospective students: Minors are declared once you are a current University of Kentucky student.
Current students: You can add this minor in myUK GPS. Under "My Program of Study" on the right side of the screen, click the link "Request a major/minor/certificate change". If you need help, contact your academic advisor.
You should talk with your advisor about how adding a program to your plan of study will impact graduation time and any graduation requirements of your major.
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What You'll Learn
Through this minor, students will gain essential skills in leadership, communication, and community engagement. You’ll learn how to analyze social dynamics, facilitate collaboration, and lead initiatives that strengthen communities. This minor emphasizes critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and hands-on experience in both rural and urban settings. You’ll develop the ability to navigate complex social issues, build inclusive networks, and foster meaningful change through strategic leadership and public engagement.
Degree requirements, course descriptions and academic policies for all programs are detailed in the University Catalog.
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Accelerated Pathway
This program is part of the Accelerated Master's Pathways program. If you plan to obtain a related master's degree, this program can save you time and money with dual credit hours when you sign up.
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