Undergraduate Students

New Leadership Endorsement for All Majors

The Trent Lott Leadership Institute in partnership with the Declaration of Independence Center for the Study of American Freedom and The Center for Practical Ethics is introducing a new leadership development opportunity beginning in January 2024 for members of our campus community.  The Leadership Endorsement is a series of four courses that prepare students to be effective, active, and ethical leaders. Students learn and understand the theory, philosophy, and practice of leadership, while also examining the moral frameworks and ethical issues that arise in many professions. Through this immersive study, students will be able to successfully develop their individual leadership skills to enhance their ability to lead.

Upon completion of the courses, students will receive a letter of endorsement that they can share with prospective employers or graduate programs regarding their in-depth leadership study and related competencies.

Coursework:

• • LIBA 199 (3 Hours) Introduction to the Theory of Leadership
  • PHIL 102 (3 Hours) Introduction to Professional Ethics
  • PHIL 354 (3 Hours) Ethical Leadership
  • LIBA 499 (3 Hours) Leadership in Practice

Students may begin the series of courses with either LIBA 199 or PHIL 102.  Students may contact Dr. Melissa Jones (melissaj@olemiss.edu) for more information.

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About the Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy Leadership

The Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy Leadership, offered through the Lott Leadership Institute and College of Liberal Arts at the University of Mississippi, is an interdisciplinary program that trains students to enter careers in public service. The B.A. in Public Policy Leadership prepares high-performing students for positions of leadership in an increasingly complex world. The interdisciplinary curriculum for the major incorporates economics, geography, history, philosophy and political science. While at the Institute, students learn the leadership qualities necessary to formulate and implement public policy, the methodological skills necessary for policy analysis, and the ethics of leadership.

Students learn to appreciate the global nature of responsible decision-making. The Lott Institute offers students the benefits of a small institute—selective admission through a holistic process, challenging academic programming, small classes, and commitment faculty—with the advantages of a large public university—affordable tuition and a wide range of resources and opportunities.

The B.A. in Public Policy Leadership prepares students for a variety of career possibilities, including academia, law, government, nonprofit work, or the private sector. Graduates of the Institute are prepared to serve as leaders in their local communities, states, nations, and abroad.

“The Lott Leadership Institute offers a community of faculty, administration and supporters united to help students turn ideas into action.” Bill Gottshall, Executive Director

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Application to the Lott Leadership Institute/Public Policy Leadership for Incoming Undergraduate Students

To be considered for admission to the Public Policy Leadership degree program, students must first apply to the University by completing the University of Mississippi online application. Once admitted to the University, access to the Special Programs and Scholarships Application will become available. Complete this application to be considered for admission to the Lott Leadership Institute. The deadline for application to the program is January 10, 2024.

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