Sustainable Solutions Lab: Interdisciplinary Learning Through Urban Farming

Course Description:

Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey that brings together the best of STEM and business acumen to drive sustainable change within our community? Welcome to "Sustainable Solutions Lab," an immersive interdisciplinary class that empowers students to become intrapreneurs, leading innovative initiatives for an urban farm with a community focus.

In this cutting-edge course, students will bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and hands-on application through immersive experiences that challenge their creativity and critical thinking. Together, STEM and business students will collaborate as a unified force, tackling real-world challenges faced by our urban farm, while keeping the community's needs and well-being at the forefront.

Key Course Highlights:

1. Intrapreneurship in Action: Become a driving force for positive change as you explore the world of intrapreneurship. Learn to identify opportunities, take calculated risks, and implement transformative ideas within the context of our urban farm.
2. Design and Divergent Thinking: Embrace design thinking principles to approach complex problems from fresh perspectives. Unleash your creativity and employ divergent thinking techniques to craft innovative and sustainable solutions.
3. Effective Collaboration with Scrum: Collaborate seamlessly with stakeholders using the agile Scrum project management system. Develop teamwork and communication skills to deliver results in a dynamic and evolving environment.
4. Data-Driven Decision-Making: Leverage both quantitative and qualitative data to inform your strategies and solutions. Explore how data analytics can enhance your decision-making process and validate your ideas.
5. Impactful Communication and Collaboration: Master the art of impactful communication to effectively convey your ideas, influence stakeholders, and build meaningful partnerships within the urban farming community.
6. Urban Farm Immersion: Immerse yourself in the day-to-day workings of our urban farm. Gain firsthand experience of the challenges and opportunities faced by sustainable agriculture initiatives.
7. Business Acumen and Sustainability: Understand the economic aspects of sustainable farming and the role of businesses in driving positive environmental and social impacts.
8. Field Trips and Guest Speakers: Engage with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and community leaders through field trips and guest speaker sessions. Learn from real-life experiences and success stories.
9. Sustainability Showcase: Present your innovative solutions to a panel of experts and community stakeholders in a culminating event, showcasing your dedication to a sustainable future.

This course is a unique opportunity to ignite your passion for sustainability, entrepreneurship, and community engagement. Join us to cultivate meaningful change, as we collectively shape a brighter and more sustainable future for our urban farm and the community it serves.