Area students comment on the MCD graduate program

“I chose the program because of its interdisciplinary approach. It’s not focused on just one thing. It attracts people from all walks of life so you get diverse perspectives on all aspects of community development.” Dinah Hoskin

“We’ve gotten real world experience though the program. The community service element you may not get elsewhere, but this college’s focus is on service and community development—that alone made me come here.” Jeffrey Smith

“The Community Development program has introduced me to a lot of new avenues. I realize how classes not directly related to community development still lend themselves to community development. The program is making me well rounded for a career in community development or a related field.” Matthew Bihur

“I am working with youth now, and I want to give them more exposure to their community—so they can take pride in it. I am learning a lot about the community, and I appreciate the community’s physical structure more.” Linda Riley-Hathorne ’90, ‘94

“I waited to go to graduate school. I was searching for a program that met my interest in politics and non-profits. This program combines both. It gives you a network—we’ve had numerous individuals speak to us about non–profit organizations. I also like that the program is small; it’s like a family.” Erika Wilson