Education 173
Intro to Leadership Development

Through ED 173, the Leadership Development Center meets students in the classroom, where they explore research foundations of leadership, engage in extensive self-reflection, and participate in an experiential-learning Guided Leadership Experience.

Course Objectives

Education 173 is an overview of theoretical constructs and practical applications of leadership. Through readings, lectures, discussions and projects, the course assists students to develop individual approaches to effective leadership. The course has the following objectives:

  1. To introduce and examine historical, philosophical and theoretical perspectives of leadership.
  2. To explore components of leadership skills and organizational behavior.
  3. To explore practical applications of leadership theories.
  4. To assess and strengthen leadership skills and abilities.
  5. To understand leadership from a "global society" perspective.

Instructors

Dr. Carolyn Buford
Executive Director
Associate Dean of Students
Student Life & Academic Support Services
805.893.8749
carolyn.buford@sa.ucsb.edu		 Dr. Britt Andreatta
Assistant Dean of Students
First-Year Programs & Leadership Development
805.893.8290
britt.andreatta@sa.ucsb.edu

 

Instructors' Associates

Katya Armistead, M. A.
Assistant Dean of Students
Campus Organizations
805.893.8912
katya.armistead@sa.ucsb.edu		 Miles Ashlock
Associate Director
Leadership Development
805.893.3544
miles.ashlock@sa.ucsb.edu