School of Civic and Economic Thought and Leadership
Fact sheet Social Sciences
Inspiring a new class of leaders The School of Civic and Economic Thought and Leadership explores the possibilities of social changes, political philosophies, economic thought, American history and politics.
Preparing critical thinkers for today’s challenges We look to the past and the greatest books to inform the future. Our students learn how to lead their peers through complex 21st-century challenges. We provide them the foundation to succeed as lifelong learners and future leaders in civic, political and social life.
Preparing students for rewarding careers Students will gain valuable experience by completing internships. Many alumni have followed careers in law, business, politics and administration.
Leading global impact and intellectual inquiry Our school fosters educational excellence through civics, economic thought and leadership through innovative degree programs with unparalleled access to one-of-a-kind research opportunities, internships and award-winning faculty and scholars. Students can explore their education through several study abroad opportunities.
16
500+
degrees awarded
students enrolled
(2021-2022)
Socratic teaching method that supports analytical and communication skills.
SCETL Library with access to the Civics Classic Collection.
Student support for underrepresented groups in social science research.
1
graduate degree
Elevating civic education with K–12 students in the state of Arizona.
3 Global Intensive Experience programs in Israel, India and Romania.
2 research centers
A global mindset on leadership We offer international and domestic travel experiences centered on leadership, democracy and service in Israel, the U.S., India and Romania. These experiences help students gain insight into the critical issues to be considered for effective, thoughtful, globally conscious leadership.
Addressing pressing issues The Civic Discourse Project brings speakers from across the country to discuss pressing issues. Students will have opportunities to interact with these speakers and engage in civil conversation.
Building a community of belonging
Strengthen the academic heart of ASU
Our school strives to follow ASU’s charter as a “comprehensive public research university, measured not by whom we exclude, but rather by whom we include and how they succeed.”
The School of Civic and Economic Thought and Leadership is committed to improving communities on a local, national and global scale. When you support our mission to engage students in civic life through the investigation of great works of political, economic, civic and moral thought, you are investing in a new class of leaders.
Together, with our centers, we are leading important conversations and research to increase public and academic awareness of civic education and provide new perspectives regarding economics, political thought and more.
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Our centers Center for American Civics Center for the Study of Economic Liberty Learn more about the work done in our centers at scetl.asu.edu/centers.
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