Undergraduate Programs

Minors

Philanthropic Studies

Philanthropic Studies provides a theoretical framework and practical knowledge about voluntary action and organizations that support the giving of "time, talent, and treasure" in society. The undergraduate minor explores the cultural traditions of voluntary action through a variety of disciplinary perspectives and course options. This minor will complement other Bachelor’s degrees and assist students seeking entry-level positions in philanthropy and nonprofit organizations, as well as roles in the business and government sector. The minor in Philanthropic Studies is well suited for students who want to integrate their commitment to working with others into their work or career.

A minor in Philanthropic Studies (PHST) requires satisfactory completion of the following requirements:

Completion of properly distributed credit hour requirements for the baccalaureate degree in effect when the student was admitted to their home school.
Completion of 15 credit hours, with a minimum grade of C in each course.
Contact the program or your advisor to complete the necessary paperwork to officially declare the minor.
Complete a minor declaration form in the School of Liberal Arts, Student Affairs Office, Cavanaugh Hall 401.

Minor Requirements:

_____ Choose one of the following core courses (3 cr.):

PHST-P105: Giving and Volunteering in America
PHST-P201: Introduction to Philanthropic Studies

_____ Choose one of the following core course (3 cr.):

PHST-P210: Philanthropy and the Social Sciences
PHST-P211: Philanthropy and the Humanities
PHST-P212: Philanthropy and Civic Engagement

_____Choose three courses from the list of courses below (9 cr.):

PHST-P301: The History of and Contemporary Approaches to Philanthropy
PHST-P330: Topics in Philanthropic Studies
PHST-P375: Philanthropy, Calling, and Community
PHST-P401: Ethics and Values of Philanthropy
PHST-P430: Topics in Philanthropic Studies
PHST-P490: Internship in Philanthropic Studies (by permission only)
ANTH-E411: Wealth, Exchange, and Power in Anthropological Perspectives
ENG-L373: Interdisciplinary Approaches to American Literature: Philanthropy and Literature
HIST-H415: Philanthropy in the West
REL-R379: Religion and Philanthropy
SPEA-V362: Nonprofit Management and Leadership
SPEA-V458: Fund Development for Nonprofit Organizations
SOC-R330: Community