As Berkeley Changemakers, what does it mean to “live a life of agency”? In this class, you will strengthen your sense of agency over your own life—defined as a new way of conceptualizing how to construct your purpose with the flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances. You will sharpen your focus on changemaking ethically, acting with sensitivity and compassion. You will learn how to plan for and overcome setbacks, manage imposter syndrome, and build courage in your changemaking. In addition, you will increase your confidence and expertise in oral and written communication, practicing your skills in self-presentation and self-reflection. You will better understand how to communicate with empathy and be a storyteller who “paints pictures” that inspire others. You will leave as a more effective collaborator whose equity-sensitive leadership brings out the best in your teammates.

This course emphasizes the three Berkeley Changemaker pillars of critical thinking, effective communication, and productive collaboration. It combines critical examination of theories with self-reflection, interwoven with implementable strategies to help you to increase agency over your own life. You will develop a sharper sense of who you want to be, and the tools to make that happen.

This course is a Berkeley Changemaker course. Find out more at: https://changemaker.berkeley.edu show less