• Community Development is an exciting field of study focused on developing fundamental skills and methodologies that will allow students to work face-to-face with communities and improve conditions for others. This program leads to highly rewarding careers, making a difference to the people in their communities.
  • Acadia’s Community Development professors share knowledge, provide service, and develop leaders who work for a healthy and just society. Choosing to study community development will help students develop the skills needed to improve the quality of life for others and to build active, healthy, sustainable communities. Students may choose to maintain a broad focus or specialize in one of four areas: recreation management, community wellness, social activism, and outdoor and adventure education.