OVERVIEW OF DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
Minimum number of credits required to earn minor: 18
Minimum Cumulative GPA required to earn minor: 2.5
Minimum Grade for courses to count toward minor: C-
Residency Requirement: A minimum of 9 credit hours must be completed at the University of Maine
No more than 6 credits can overlap with those being counted toward another Major or Minor
Contact Information: Richard J. Powell, Associate Professor, Department of Political Science; 229 N. Stevens Hall; 581-1795; rpowell@maine.edu
The interdisciplinary minor in leadership studies provides students with in-depth knowledge of leadership theory, ethics, skills, and context-based issues, as well as practical, experiential training applicable to nearly any area of study or social setting. The minor prepares students for diverse, real-life experiences as citizen leaders in local, state, national, and global communities.
This broad, interdisciplinary minor draws upon coursework and expertise offered by faculty and staff from colleges across campus.