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Character in Leadership Minor

Overview

Mission Statement

As an academic community dedicated to pursuing knowledge in an atmosphere of Christian love, the University of Jamestown recognizes the need for leaders of integrity and courage. The Unruh School of Character in Leadership prepares students by developing the knowledge, values, attitudes, and skills that enable them to live and lead with character and integrity.

Program

The heart of the Character in Leadership program is its academic core. Each student who participates will receive a minor in leadership. The University of Jamestown values its reputation for quality education and is committed through its Character in Leadership program to providing a broad and sound intellectual foundation that will enable its students to practice leadership with character and integrity.


The Character in Leadership program also provides opportunities for students to learn many practical skills and have hands-on learning experiences. The program emphasizes:

  • Learning the skills of critical thinking and moral reasoning.
  • Developing personal awareness and the skill of honest self-reflection.
  • Participation in retreats and team-building activities.
  • Attendance at conferences.
  • Completion of an applied leadership capstone project.
  • Development of a personal leadership plan.

Admission to the Program

Approximately thirty students are admitted to the program each year. To be considered for admission, students must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA in high school and submit a separate application to the Character in Leadership program. Applications are available in the Admission Office and online.

Total Credit Hours: 18

Requirements

LDRS 101The Servant Leader

3
PHIL 252Ethics

3
LDRS 220Leadership Elective

0
LDRS 301The Reflective Leader

3
LDRS 401The Discerning Leader

3
LDRS 410Applied Leadership Capstone I

1
LDRS 415Applied Leadership Capstone II

1
LDRS 200Practical Leadership

1

PHIL 352: Character in Leadership Section.

Total Credit Hours: 18

Plan of Study

Freshman Year

LDRS 101The Servant Leader

3

Sophomore Year

PHIL 252Ethics

3
LDRS 220Leadership Elective

0

PHIL 352: Character in Leadership Section.

Junior Year

LDRS 301The Reflective Leader

3
LDRS 401The Discerning Leader

3

Senior Year

LDRS 410Applied Leadership Capstone I

1
LDRS 415Applied Leadership Capstone II

1
LDRS 200Practical Leadership

1

*Please note that the elective credit may be fulfilled by completing the HNRS Capstone sequence and LDRS 401 counts toward the completion of the Honors Program Contract Course. Please see the Director for additional details.

Outcomes

Intended Program Student Learning Outcomes

The Leadership Apprentice

1. Theoretical Understanding: Students will remember, understand, and apply theories of leadership and associated disciplines.

2. Practical Application: Students will demonstrate leadership skills across a variety of situations.

3. Ethical Awareness: Students will analyze and evaluate situations and apply ethical awareness in personal and group decision-making.

4. Personal Development: Students will analyze and evaluate their values, strengths, and weaknesses.