The Labor Studies BA at the University of Massachusetts Boston equips you with the critical understanding and practical skills to navigate the complex world of work, labor relations, and social justice. This undergraduate program is ideal for students passionate about understanding historical labor movements, contemporary worker challenges, and the socio-economic forces that shape our society. You will delve into topics such as labor history, workers' rights, and the political economy of work, gaining a robust foundation for impactful engagement in advocacy, policy, and community organizing.
This full-time, on-campus degree is structured over four years, offering a blend of foundational courses, research methods training, and specialized electives. You will explore diverse areas like globalization and labor, race, class, and gender at work, and the history of working-class communities, potentially undertaking a field placement in workers' organizations for invaluable hands-on experience. Graduates of this program are prepared for careers in labor unions, worker advocacy groups, government agencies, and further academic pursuits, armed with analytical, research, and strategic organizing skills.