OSUN Themes: Global Justice; Human Rights; Inequalities; Sustainability and Climate
Leadership, Writing & Public Speaking for Social & Environmental Justice
Term: January 28, 2025 – May 6, 2025Level: 200-Level
Day/Time: Tuesday; Thursday 10:35 AM - 12:00 PM EDT
Instructor: Jennifer Browdy, Bard College at Simon's Rock
Drawing on the writings and speeches of inspiring global leaders in a range of fields, students will learn how to use heartfelt, persuasive rhetorical strategies, in both writing and public speaking, to strongly, and skillfully communicate their vision of social and environmental justice. Students will come away from this course with a toolkit of skills and tactics for inspiring others, and a portfolio of their own efforts to write and speak out on issues they care about.
Prerequisites: None, but written and oral English proficiency is required.
Credits: 3 US / 6 ECTS