Today marked our final simulation in Leadership in a Global context. Overall, it has been a great experience, and I have really enjoyed the format used in the course incorporating aspects of experiential learning. The lessons I have learned throughout this course will surely prove valuable, both as I continue my undergraduate career and later…
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Global Collaboration: LIGC Entry #7
Global collaboration and approaching leadership scenarios through an inclusive lens are essential facets in today’s globalized environment. In today’s society, we are communicating with others from different cultures more than ever. Leaders must develop skills that allow them to effectively lead teams of incredibly diverse individuals from a variety of backgrounds. Without these skills, their…
I Summited Mt. Everest (Virtually): LIGC Entry #5
What an experience! Of the string of simulations that I have partaken in throughout the course of Leadership in a Global Context, my favorite and the most impactful simulation was the climb of Mt. Everest. To begin, I believe the simulation was introduced exceptionally well. With the well-crafted introduction videos and build up, I felt…
An Exploration of Power and Influence: LIGC Entry #5
Major Take-Aways Power and influence play a major role in decision-making, and leadership can look extremely different from positions with better credibility or ranking. Our third simulation in Leadership in a Global Context illustrated just that concept, emphasizing the point through experiential learning once again. The simulation put students at the helm of a sunglass…
“Patient Zero” – LIGC Entry #4
Challenges of the Simulation Once again utilizing the concepts of experiential learning in the development of leadership skills/philosophy, today’s lesson in Leadership in a Global Context included a simulation known as “Patient Zero.” Students are placed at the helm of a government and nation faced with a pandemic. The pandemic has the unique ability to…
“Judgment in a Crisis” – LIGC Blog Entry #3
What a Way to Learn! Unlike any other class I have had in the past, Leadership in a Global Context provides the opportunity to engage in experiential learning: a mechanism, by many recounts including my own, thought to be the most effective form of teaching . Unlike traditional rote memorization, experiential learning places the student…
LIGC Blog Entry #2
My Personal Leadership Philosophy The concept of leadership is incredibly complex and has no simple, singular definition that applies to everyone. As we discussed extensively in our first session, leadership is situational, and individuals are able to embrace the role of a leader when the opportunity arises if they are well equipped with the experience,…
An Introduction to Me – LIGC Post #1
Hi! My name is Saharsh Talwar and I just recently completed my first year at the University of Pittsburgh. I am currently pursuing dual degrees in Natural Sciences and Economics, with minors in Chemistry, Sociology, and a certificate in the Conceptual Foundations of Medicine. My professional goal is to attend medical school and become a…