Community development efforts to revitalize low- and moderate-income neighborhoods should begin with an appropriate understanding of the needs and opportunities present within these communities. This ...

Address social problems by promoting participative democracy, sustainable development, economic opportunities, and social justice. Implement strategic solutions and empower people within their ...

In the past half-decade crowdfunding has emerged as a popular way to raise money online for a wide range of projects. As the reach of crowdfunding has expanded, the field of community development has ...

Western Michigan University's youth and community development major prepares change agents to transform communities through an intentional investment in youth with interdisciplinary coursework and ...

Ready to study policy and community development? The curriculum is designed to build foundational knowledge of social institutions, civic engagement, diversity/equity ...

Gain Real-World Experience: Cooperative education and internships, undergraduate research, and study abroad provide hands-on learning experiences where you can apply what you’ve learned in the ...

This program is offered in-person and hybrid. The family science and human development: youth and community development major prepares change agents to transform communities through an intentional ...