Spelman College's honors and interdisciplinary elective, "Black Women: Developing Public Leadership Skills," taught by Marilyn A. Davis, Ph.D., associate professor of political science at Spelman, is a rigorous seminar, essay writing, public speaking, and service-learning course. The course aims to heighten undergraduate and life-long learning through service-learning projects, essay writing, communication through speaking (elevator speech), collaborative discussion/presentation, and applying the four leadership competencies.
Discussion topics include:
Self-assessment of formative leadership knowledge, skills, and competencies (critical thinking, strategic planning, team building, and problem-solving) to measure growth; Becoming Me, Us and More," the tenets of leadership and professional development, elevator speeches (interviews, cover letters, and resumes), sexual harassment, and service learning.
Department of Political Science
350 Spelman Lane, SW
Atlanta, GA. 30314
404-270-5652
carolwinfreyscales@spelman.edu
Monday - Friday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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