BA/BS in Education, General

The Educational Studies major is an interdisciplinary course of study for students who want a liberal arts education paired with real-world experience. Students examine how classrooms, learning processes, and youth development connect to broader social forces. Much of the work happens in Hartford, where collaboration with local schools and neighborhoods grounds theory in practice. Coursework moves from an introductory look at schools through the study of past and present reform efforts. Students then build research skills in qualitative, quantitative, or historical methods and select advanced courses within an area of concentration. The program closes with an independent senior thesis in a capstone seminar. Many classes are cross-listed with anthropology, political science, psychology, and public policy. Teacher certification is not part of this major, but advisers help students who are considering teaching or youth work to map out their options.