Overview
The Civic and Nonprofit Leadership minor focuses on public administration, government agencies, public policy, and nonprofits. This minor demonstrates to employers and graduate schools that you understand government and nonprofit management and that you are prepared to take on leadership responsibilities. The minor is also a great option for students interested in community activism, grassroots organizing, and advocacy—you will learn how to solve problems and make a difference.
Why minor in Civic and Nonprofit Leadership at EIU?
- Flexibilty in course selection allows you to focus on courses that fit your interests and professional needs.
- Gain hands-on experience through internships, government simulations, research projects, and study abroad.
- Complete some coursework online.
- Earn a BA and MA in 5 years and 1 summer through our accelerated graduate program.
Our minor works well with a wide range of majors, especially Business, Communication Studies, Criminal Justice, Economics, English, Health Communications, History, Human Services, Health Administration, Journalism, Philosophy, and Sociology.
Completion time: 18 hours
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First-Year Students
First-year minors can get involved in Political Science coursework and activities right away! Many of our students enroll in introductory courses, such as American Government, International Relations, Public Policy, and Political Theory. Our non-partisan Political Science Association hosts speakers and events throughout the year, and welcomes first-year students. You can also enroll in the Model Illinois Government and Moot Court simulations in your first year. Annual department events, like the fall picnic and spring awards ceremony, are great ways to connect with classmates and faculty.
Transfer Students
Transfer students can take advantage of so many opportunities to develop and grow at EIU! Be sure to consider our government simulations, Model Illinois Government or Moot Court--both are great skill-builders, and a great way to meet classmates. Transfer students can also get involved with the non-partisan Political Science Association, which hosts speakers and events throughout the year. Annual department events, like the fall picnic and spring awards ceremony are great ways to connect with classmates and faculty.
First-year minors can get involved in Political Science coursework and activities right away! Many of our students enroll in introductory courses, such as American Government, International Relations, Public Policy, and Political Theory. Our non-partisan Political Science Association hosts speakers and events throughout the year, and welcomes first-year students. You can also enroll in the Model Illinois Government and Moot Court simulations in your first year. Annual department events, like the fall picnic and spring awards ceremony, are great ways to connect with classmates and faculty.
