Humanities Career Pathways: Government and Nonprofit

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The humanities teach us about the human experience, giving humanities-trained professionals expertise in empathetic and ethical leadership and relationship building. These are powerful qualities for public service work in government and nonprofit, where humanities majors pursue careers in areas like program management, policy analysis, and community services.

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Mikaila Kruse
Chief of Staff to Mayor Lock Dawson of Riverside
BA History, Politics

Key Skills

  • Ethical leadership
  • Equity & inclusion
  • Teamwork & collaboration
  • Networking
  • Perspective taking
  • Project management

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Last modified: Jan 20, 2026