Last Lecture
The “Last
Lecture” Series at the George
Washington University
“The best gift an educator can give
is to get their students to be self-reflective”
- Randy Pausch during his Last Lecture at Carnegie Mellon University
Mission:
The “Last Lecture” Series
will connect students and faculty at The George Washington University in an
informal setting to encourage reflection on the everyday convictions, actions,
and challenges of one’s journey through life.
Description:
Housed in the Student
Activities Center Leadership Development Program, the “Last Lecture” will aim
to build a bridge between academic and student affairs. We are committed to encouraging character
development and supporting leadership potential in all students, while meeting
these four learning outcomes:
- Students will see learning as co-created
through experiences inside and outside the classroom.
- Students and faculty will form meaningful,
reciprocal relationships.
- Students will understand the diverse
interests and passions of faculty that complement their specified
subjects.
- Students and faculty will reflect on their
own identity and values.
During each bi-semesterly “Last
Lecture,” one faculty member will be invited to share reflections and stories
on their personal and professional lives.
The “Last Lecture” will focus on issues that faculty choose based on the
premise, “If you knew this was the last lecture you’d ever give to a captive
audience of students, what would you say to them?” There are no pre-determined boundaries;
rather the program is designed to be entertaining, emotional, moving and
inspiring.
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Want to be a faculty presenter of a Last Lecture? We'd love to have you! Please email leaders@gwu.edu
Considerations for Presenters:
o What topic(s) are you passionate enough about to
discuss for your “Last Lecture”?
o What wisdom would you try to impart to the world
if you knew it was your last chance?
o What matters to you most?
o What is your personal philosophy?
o Professional/personal journey
o Life experiences/stories including challenges and
obstacles
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