Goucher’s Master of Arts in Cultural Sustainability offers a competitive edge for aspiring and emerging cultural leaders seeking to advance their professional lives and collaborate innovatively with communities in a world where cultural equity is threatened.

Cultural sustainability is an interdisciplinary, reciprocal research practice that engages the whole social and cultural ecosystem to chart a course for cultural change that enhances community vitality, well-being, and cherished cultural expressive traditions. Through fieldwork, scholarship, activism, and grassroots communication, our students develop an action-oriented approach to cultural equity. 

Imagine Yourself Making a Difference

In this era of increasing homogeneity and globalization, local history, traditions, and ways of life are among our most endangered resources and precious assets. By strengthening and building on the foundations of these resources—whether artistic, linguistic, musical, economic, or environmental—you will begin to counter the powerful forces that endanger communities around the world. Our graduates are employed in museums, arts and cultural institutions, sustainable tourism, education, social service organizations, archives, and more. 

What Sets Us Apart

• Interdisciplinary Approach: We believe in an approach that draws on applied anthropology, public history, folklore, business management, and public humanities to give you a holistic perspective grounded in ethical practice and humanitarian leadership.
• Community-Driven Learning: We value community engagement in cultural work and offer you opportunities for fieldwork, internships, field schools, and collaborative projects.
• Experienced Faculty: We believe professors and students are co-learners in the production of knowledge and that learning is horizontal.  Our instructors are renowned scholars and practitioners who will mentor and learn with you. 
• Practical Applications: We value hands-on education that enhances student readinesss for careers. You will immediately apply what you learn to your work, and the management courses will enhance your career path options. 

Why choose Goucher?