SUS-342 Leadership for Sustainability

Prerequisite: SUS-120
Humanity is facing interconnected environmental and social global challenges that require innovative solutions and leaders willing to create change. What does it take to be a leader who creates a safe and just space for humanity? In this course, students learn leadership theory, practice behaviors such as listening with empathy, and experience the creation and implementation of strategies to make a difference for people and the planet. Knowledge about self, working with others, building strong teams, and comfort with communication and conflict management will be our focus. Students will engage in a self-directed project to improve upon specific leadership skills within the sustainability issue of their choice. 4 credits