Department of Public Policy Leadership
WHAT WE DO
The Department of Public Policy Leadership provides a challenging undergraduate major that prepares high-performing students for positions of leadership in an increasingly complex world. The interdisciplinary program emphasizes the global nature of responsible decision making, the ethical imperatives of leadership, critical thinking, communication skills, and the conceptual and methodological skills necessary for careful policy analysis.
Studying Public Policy Leadership
We firmly believe that leaders are made, not born. To excel in domains such as politics, law, and government, the ability to think critically, navigate complex challenges, and uphold ethical standards are vital in an ever-changing global landscape. Through a dynamic collaboration between the College of Liberal Arts and the Trent Lott Leadership Institute, our mission is to cultivate the leaders of tomorrow. Students must apply to the Lott Institute in order to be admitted to the Public Policy Leadership major.
Our students explore a wide range of disciplines, including:
- Policy and Public Administration
- Economics
- Geography
- History
- Philosophy
- Political Science
Learn more about Public Policy Leadership from our faculty and students.
Academic Program
Undergraduate Program
The department offers a B.A. degree and a minor in Public Policy Leadership.
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Research
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Meet Our Faculty & Staff
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Latest News
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OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi junior Emerson Morris takes pride in her community and home state, and she hopes to channel her passion to one day advocate for underserved regions of the South.
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After Graduation
Our graduates establish a wide range of careers and become leaders of their organizations because of the core set of skills at the heart of our liberal arts education. You find our alumni working in many sectors of the economy, including:
- Government and Military
- Business and Finance
- Community Services and Non-Profit Organizations
- Education
- Law
- STEM
- Healthcare