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Course Schedule - Spring Semester 2026
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LEAD 340 001 (CRN: 23447)
PHILANTHROPY THEORY & PRACTICE
Long Title: PHILANTHROPY IN THEORY AND PRACTICE
Department: Center for Civic Leadership
Instructor: Avery, Vida
Meeting: 4:00PM - 6:50PM W (12-JAN-2026 - 24-APR-2026)
Part of Term: Full Term
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: 3
Course Syllabus:
Course Materials: Rice Campus Store
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Undergraduate Professional
Visiting Undergraduate
Undergraduate
Section Max Enrollment: 19
Section Enrolled: 11
Enrollment data as of: 25-NOV-2025 1:25PM
Final Exam: No Final Exam
Description: Study of the history, philosophy, and practice of philanthropy in addressing public need with an introduction to ethics and importance of financial giving and community investment. Students will spend substantial time working with local nonprofits in order to select a recipient for a grant awarded by the class.