Diversity and Equality In Education Certificate

Contact Person: Lee Franklin, Associate Professor of Philosophy

Disciplines: Philosophy, Sociology, and internship for credit in Lancaster schools

Pairing philosophy and sociology, this certificate builds a multifaceted foundation in the study of education. Students will philosophically investigate important civic issues while using a sociological lens to analyze the structure and dynamics of educational systems. Hands-on experiences are an important aspect of this certificate. Through a for-credit internship, students will work with students in Lancaster County schools, experiencing firsthand the lived effects of socially patterned inequalities while exploring educational principles regarding learning and equality. Students will then share their valuable insights through a capstone project presented at an annual symposium.