M.A. in Cultural Sustainability (M.A.C.S.)
Working with communities to support equity, diversity, and global change
Goucher’s Master of Arts in Cultural Sustainability offers a competitive edge for emerging cultural leaders seeking to advance their professional lives in new directions and collaborate innovatively with communities in a world where cultural equity is threatened. We know that culture is dynamic and changing; yet our traditions and heritage are sources of resilience and tools for cultural sustainability.
M.A.C.S.Program Basics
Complete in as little as 2 Years
42 credits
87% of alumsworking in related careers
Goucher Grad in Nepal
Goucher College offers an optional study abroad experience to graduate students in the M.A. in Environmental Sustainability & Management (M.A.E.S.) program, the M.A. in Cultural Sustainability (M.A.C.S.) program, and the M.A. in Historic Preservation (M.A.H.P.) program. Earn college credit while spending 2-weeks in Nepal exploring the rich biodiversity, majestic Himalaya, unique culture, transformative heritage sites, and adaptations to a changing environment.
Think Globally, Act Locally
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—we 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.
Integrated Advocacy
Our curriculum weaves together the best of folklore, anthropology, cultural management, heritage studies and sustainability within an interdisciplinary framework grounded in ethical practice and humanitarian leadership that fosters community-driven change. The faculty are noted practitioners and scholars who bring their professional experiences and networks into the classroom. Students come from a variety of sectors and immediately apply what they learn to their work in support of sustainable and livable futures.
Why choose Goucher?
News
- January 24, 2024
M.A.C.S. director Amy Skillman just returned from a trip to Nepal with Melanie Lytle (M.A. in Historic Preservation) and Jenn da Rosa (M.A. in Environmental Sustainability and Management) to explore and design an interdisciplinary field school for Goucher graduate students. You can read stories about their adventures on Facebook where they will also be posting details about 2025 field school dates.