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Women and Leadership

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• How are women portrayed in the media and what’s the impact on you?
• Why do/don't women run for elected office?
• Do you want to increase your confidence in speaking out and speaking up?
• Are you curious about the roles women take in the world?

Despite recent political and social gains, women in the 21st century face unique challenges to becoming effective leaders. In this course, students will explore the role of women in the world today, from the classroom to the workplace, from media outlets to the political arena. Throughout, students will gain insight into how gender dynamics impact women's leadership.

Through a variety of academic lessons and experiential activities, including lectures, discussions, films, and role-plays, students will analyze the position and portrayal of women in society. Community and skill building sessions allow students to develop the public speaking, listening, feedback and problem solving techniques of effective leaders. Students also develop action plans for addressing important issues back home. Throughout, students have the opportunity to challenge themselves while working with a diverse community of supportive learners.

Students will leave the course with an understanding of the unique challenges women face in society, and the skills to overcome these challenges.

Who are Women and Leadership students?

Students applying to this course are motivated young women who want to challenge themselves intellectually, socially, physically, and take active leadership roles. We look for students with a diversity of experiences, emotional maturity and a track record of interest in collaborative activities.

Curriculum

In this course, students will:

• Think critically and reflect upon the dynamics of gender and leadership.
• Learn and practice some of the essential skills of effective leadership.
• Explore how gender influences how people communicate
• Learn and practice effective public speaking skills
• Explore the unique leadership challenges women face in the political arena
• Analyze the portrayal of women in the media and the impact this has on young women
• Develop a strong sense of community with other students, faculty and staff by participating in challenging experiential activities like a ropes course
  

Dates

Women and Leadership - SO906-2FL