These change over time. If you have a different area of interest, please consult with the advisor to see if a concentration can be developed in that area. The area of concentration and courses in the concentration are chosen in close consultation with the undergraduate adviser and department faculty members whose interests coincide with those of the student. Concentrations are offered as an opportunity to develop some expertise in an area that may be of particular interest to you, rather than a rigid formula prescribed by the department of things one must learn. Each student is required to complete an internship.
Internships allow students to explore their area of concentration beyond the classroom.
They are intended to cement academic work through the application of ideas and concepts to real-world situations. Students earn 12 credits in Internship PPPM 404. Students must take the Internship Seminar, PPPM 407, before enrolling in PPPM 404 and beginning any internship. The seminar helps students set goals for their internship, explore potential internship sites, and develop resumes and application materials. Up to 6 credits of PPPM Undergraduate Community Planning Workshop can be applied toward the 12-credit internship requirement.