York University in Toronto has a new Community Arts Practice Certificate program. A joint program of the Faculties of Environmental Studies and Fine Arts, the interdisciplinary curriculum is a 24-credit certificate that is earned along with a four-year degree. It's also available as a direct entry program for candidates with an undergraduate degree in a related field or with relevant work experience. The fourth-year culminating activity is community-based practicum, where students work with seasoned artists in placements with local cultural agencies and communtiy organizations. The practicum component is guided by a Community Advisory Group of 12 community arts practitioners, theorists and administrators. There are also international internships in Los Angeles, Mexico, Nicaragua and Panama. [LINK]