Effective Spring 2023, the Community Leadership certificate has suspended admission.
The Community Leadership Certificate provides students from any major with a way to explore leadership theory and identity in the community (including the campus community) and community-based institutions. The program will be based on a social justice model of leadership development, but will expose students to additional philosophies such as servant leadership and authentic leadership. Students will also gain practical experience by attending teambuilding activities such as ROPES courses, participating in community service, and doing a practicum in a leadership position, among other experiential learning activities.
Effective Spring 2023, the Community Leadership certificate has suspended admission.
Requirements
The certificate program consists of 16 credits, three of which will come from an experiential learning course, with activities specific to the student’s major.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ED POL 315 | 3 | |
| AD LDSP 691 | Leadership Ethics in Multicultural Organizations | 1 |
| Leadership Practice | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Community Engagement and Change | ||
| Introduction to Group Leadership | ||
| Leadership and Management of Volunteer Programs | ||
| Social/Historical Foundations | ||
| Select 3 credits from list of selected courses (see advisor or program sheet) | 3 | |
| Practical Elective | ||
| Select 3 credits from list of selected courses (see advisor or program sheet) | 3 | |
| Leadership Capstone/Practicum 1 | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
ED POL 509 | ||
| Field Work in Schools, Agencies and Institutions | ||
| Internship in Communication | ||
| Practice, Research and Leadership Role Development | ||
| Internship in Women's and Gender Studies | ||
| Total Credits | 16 | |
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Sites could include community health clinics (group facilitation or advocacy roles), campus organizations (campus ambassadors, peer health advocates, etc.), local non-profits (board positions), and others.
Student Advising and Support Services
At the College of Community Engagement and Professions (CCEP), your success is our priority. Our dedicated student advising and support services team is here to help you navigate your academic journey, from your first semester through graduation.
Whether you’re exploring majors, planning your course schedule, or preparing for your career, our advisors offer personalized guidance tailored to your goals. You’ll also find a range of support services designed to help you thrive—academically, personally, and professionally. We’re committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive environment where every student feels seen, supported, and empowered to succeed.
For more information, visit the CCEP Student Advising & Support Services website.
Email: ccep-advising@uwm.edu | Phone: 414-229-4707
Graduate Advising
If you are a School of Education graduate student, you may schedule an appointment with your faculty advisor by contacting your faculty advisor directly. Faculty contact information can be found in the Directory. Your faculty advisor will be listed in your PAWS account.
Living Learning Communities (LLC)
Living Learning Communities are for those interested in being part of a “community within a community” by living in residence halls among students with similar interests. Members of Living Learning Communities have access to special resources, programs and activities that will connect them with other students, instructors and life at the university. Among the many options is a Community Leadership LLC, which focuses on giving students the skills to succeed as active citizens and leaders in the community.
The Community Leadership option is open to freshmen and sophomores and requires enrollment in certain courses. Students who live in this LLC will only be 9 credits shy of completing the Community Leadership Certificate Program, making it a great add-on to one’s major or minor. Certificate completion is noted on University transcripts.