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Diversity and Social Justice

The Diversity and Social Justice program enables students to specialize in the study of marginalized groups and social justice. Diversity is studied not as an end in itself, but in pursuit of fundamental human rights and equity. The DSJ.AA degree will prepare students for transfer to a four-year institution in the areas of diversity, equity and inclusion industry and related fields.

 

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SKU: DSJ
Meta Major:
Degree/Certificate:
Code Course Credits
First Year / First Semester
ENG-101 English Composition I 1 3
HIS-101 World Civilization I or
HIS-121 United States History I 3
CIS-106 Introductory Computing Using Google Apps (G Suite) 2
MTH-107 Mathematics for Liberal Arts 2 3
DSJ-101 Gateway to Social Justice Studies 3
14
First Year / Second Semester
ENG-102 English Composition II 3 3
HIS-102 World Civilization II or
HIS-122 United States History II 3
SOC-101 Introduction to Sociology 3
COM-145 Intercultural Communication 3
BIO-106 Living in the Environment or
BIO-130 Plants & Society or
CHM-140 Chemistry & Society 3 4
16
Code Course Credits
Second Year / First Semester
ELECTIVE Language General Education Elective 4 3
SPE-102 Public Speaking 3
HIS-131 African-American History I or
HIS-132 African-American History II 3
GEO-101 Introduction to Geography or
ANT-101 General Anthropology 3
SOC-205 Social Diversity 3
15
Second Year / Second Semester
ELECTIVE Language General Education Elective 4 3
ART-103 Visual Art 3 or
ENG-271 World Literature I 3 or
MUS-106 World Music Cultures or
MUS-110 African American Music 3
ELECTIVE Free Elective 3
CRJ-204 Multicultural Law Enforcement 3
DSJ-280 Service and Research for Social Justice 5 3
15
Total Minimum Credits 60
1 Must place into ENG-101 or complete appropriate prerequisites
2 Must test into College level Math or take all appropriate prerequisites
3 Prerequisite: ENG-101
4 Must take 6 credits in one language
5 Prerequisite: DSJ-101

Program Student Learning Outcomes

At the end of the program, the graduate will be able to:

  1. Discuss the histories and cultures of marginalized groups in the United States.
  2. Identify intersecting systems of power, and their connections to privilege and oppression in everyday life.
  3. Evaluate efforts to advance social justice.
  4. Apply program concepts to local community service.

Employment Opportunities

Diversity and Social Justice encompasses a broad spectrum of occupations: civic leadership and community organizing, health care, education, law, human rights, social services, religious education, and similar professions.

Most occupations within Diversity and Social Justice are projecting higher than average job growth.

Diversity and Social Justice Outcomes/Careers:

  • Family services counselor
  • Child advocate
  • Social advocacy organizer
  • Community organizer
  • Public policy analyst
  • Conflict resolution specialists
  • Human relations workers
  • Workers in environmental organizations
  • Alternative media, human rights groups
  • Mediators
  • Rights advocates
  • Journalists
  • Lobbyists
  • National and international relief and human rights organizations
  • Grass-roots community organizations
  • Government or non-governmental (NGO) positions
  • Domestic and international organizations
  • Immigration programs
  • Services to at-risk youth
  • Restorative justice and conflict resolution programs
  • Juvenile justice
  • Veteran services
  • Homeless services
  • Food insecurity programs
  • Disability and mental health advocacy programs
  • Bachelor and/or Graduate studies in law, healthcare, human rights, and social services

Special Program Requirements

Service Learning

Transfer Opportunities

Students may transfer to four-year institutions with disciplines such as sociology, law, history, criminal justice, education, and community studies.

Students may transfer to colleges and universities offering their own social justice programs such as:

  • William Patterson University’s BA in Community Development and Social Justice
  • Point Park University’s BA in Social Justice Studies
  • Pennsylvania College of Technology’s BS in Human Services & Restorative Justice
  • Pace University’s BA in Peace and Justice Studies
  • Manhattan College’s BA in Peace and Justice Studies
  • Hilbert college’s BA in Advocacy and Social Justice Studies

Contact Person

Dr. Nicole Jacoberger, Co-Coordinator
(856) 227-7200 ext. 4066
Email: njacoberger@camdencc.edu

Dr. Renee Samara, Co-Coordinator
(856) 227-7200 ext. 4557
Email: rsamara@camdencc.edu

Additional information

CIP Code

45.9999
Program Code

DSJ.AA

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