Advocacy and Justice Studies B.S. | Northeastern State University

The Bachelor of Science in Advocacy and Justice Studies prepares students for a career in non-profit organizations, which exist to improve the quality of life of others and provide humanitarian or environmental aid. The degree program is interdisciplinary with coursework from the fields of criminal justice, sociology, women’s and gender studies, American Indian studies, geography, communication, social work, political science, and history. The degree provides foundational knowledge, theory, research methods, and practice related applications to the nonprofit sector.

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate knowledge of key issues, current scholarship, and context regarding topics of advocacy and justice studies.
2. Develop an ability to identify ways in which to respond to the needs of a local, state, national, or global community.
3. Develop an understanding of advocacy approaches and policies that are designed to foster community change.
4. Engage with non-profits as advocates in immersive learning experiences, such as service-learning projects and internships.

A minimum of 46 hours of academic work in general education is required during the freshman and sophomore years.  For students transferring with the Associate of Arts degree or Associate of Science degree from a public institution in Oklahoma, all general education requirements will be satisfied with respect to degree requirements.  However, some majors may require other specific general education courses as program prerequisites or program requirements.  Students should consult advisors and the program’s plan of study for further information.  Students are required to complete general education requirements by the time they have completed 90 semester hours of college work.  See General Education Requirements for more information.

• 9731 - Environmental Advocacy
• 9732 - Human Rights Advocacy
• 9733 - Legal Advocacy

A minor is required for the Advocacy and Justice Studies major.

A minor is required for the Advocacy and Justice Studies major.