Leveling up: Using Storytelling to Build Community

Leveling up: Using Storytelling to Build Community

Presenter(s)

Maren Gainer, Mary Katherine Nestos

Comments

2:50-3:30, Kennedy Union 311

Description

Over the last ten years, a sales and fundraising class has focused on a philanthropy project that helps and guides students to support a non-profit of their choice. This experiential and hands-on process motivates students and embeds vulnerability, as they seek funds, share the reasons behind their chosen non-profits, and passionately present in front of their peers. The class combines low-stake assignments with high-reward outcomes, encouraging students to step outside their comfort zones and fosters a sense of community and connection. Highlighting the results of our 13 question-survey, sent to recent participants in the philanthropy tournament. We will explore how harnessing vulnerability will help develop a deeper understanding among peers and the impact to the classroom as a whole.

Publication Date

4-23-2025

Project Designation

Independent Research

Primary Advisor

Peter J. Titlebaum

Primary Advisor's Department

Health and Sport Science

Keywords

Stander Symposium, School of Education and Health Sciences

Institutional Learning Goals

Community; Practical Wisdom; Scholarship

Leveling up: Using Storytelling to Build Community

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