COUN 714 - Social Justice in Higher Ed: Theory Practice & Research Prerequisites COUN 601 , COUN 602 , COUN 604 , COUN 611 , COUN 621 , and COUN 704 previously.
COUN 605 previously or concurrently.
The course examines the historical, theoretical, and functional foundations of student affairs in the context of leadership and equity in higher educational institutional settings. This course aims to develop and build upon counselors’ working knowledge of first generation and diverse client/student populations in order to promote culturally relevant and appropriate student affairs professional leadership development and to advance an understanding of how student services can impact and promote social justice advocacy. Special attention is paid to social justice issues in education, specifically in higher education settings. The course is intended to assist students to develop an understanding of governance and organizational structure of institutions of higher education, while introducing students to the need for leadership and social justice advocacy in higher education.
Course credits: 3
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