Nonprofit Studies
Gain the knowledge and skills needed for advancement in the vibrant and growing nonprofit sector.
Why Study Nonprofit Studies?
The nonprofit sector offers students with diverse interests a form of public service outside of government work. Nonprofit organizations provide a broad range of public services in South Dakota, the U.S. and around the world. Through the nonprofit studies minor, you'll learn how to lead nonprofits in program development, budgeting and finance, program evaluation and general administration. You'll graduate with a strong understanding of several key concepts:
- How nonprofit organizations work with government and private-sector organizations to serve the broad public interest.
- How nonprofit staff, board and volunteer relationships are developed for the successful achievement of organizational goals.
- Best practices in nonprofit fundraising and resource management.
- How to evaluate nonprofit performance and disseminate results to the community at large.
Degrees & Offerings
Nonprofit Studies
MinorThrough coursework, internship experiences and service-learning opportunities, you'll learn about the nonprofit sector and develop the skills you need to contribute meaningfully to a nonprofit.
Program Details
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Political Science
Whether you are interested in a career in government and politics, law, the criminal justice system, international relations or a related field, the real-world experiences and connections you find in the Department of Political Science will help you get there.
Faculty & Staff
David Earnest
Sandi Allred
Richard Braunstein
Michael Card
Ilmira Dulyanova
Matthew Fairholm
Jacqueline Faulhaber
Ed Gerrish
Joshua Houy
Julia Hellwege
Eric Jepsen
Sandy McKeown
Thomas Mrozla
Lynita Newswander
Shane Nordyke
Timothy Schorn
