Inspiring a new class of leaders Your future starts here The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics defines an education in the liberal arts and sciences as “an approach to learning that involves diverse coursework so students develop a range of knowledge.” In other words, a degree in the liberal arts and sciences does not limit you to a specific career – you are free to pursue endless opportunities, having developed critical thinking, communication, career-readiness and other skills. Degree programs at the School of Civic and Economic Thought and Leadership prepare you for success in today’s job market.
Students have internship opportunities on Capitol Hill, congressional offices in their district or with nonprofit organizations, enabling them to build their resume with professional experience and network with potential employers for after graduation. Faculty provide career mentorship to students and help connect them with internship opportunities and other resources.
Over 90%
of employers said they prefer to hire a candidate who shows ethical judgment and integrity, intercultural skills and the capacity for continued new learning.
93%
of employers agree that “a candidate’s capacity to think critically, communicate clearly and solve complex problems is more important than their undergraduate major.”
Career outcomes • Teacher • Government affairs manager • Economist • Lawyer • Historian • Political analyst
• Business
specialist
• Administrator
Olivia S. graduated in 2023 with a degree in civic and economic thought and leadership. As a student, she interned at the Arizona Center for Civic Leadership, immersing her in the world of community leadership. The school was transformative for her, introducing new frameworks and helping her view the world with less polarization. She currently works at the Flinn Foundation as a program coordinator. Elana Q. graduated in 2019 with degrees in civic and economic thought and leadership and philosophy. She credits her preparedness to the courses she took and the mentors she had at ASU. After graduating, Elana worked for Georgetown Law at the Georgetown Center for the Constitution and is now a law clerk in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.