University Education for Sustainability

Building Skills for Lifelong Impact

This panel aims to empower university faculty members with the tools and knowledge needed to foster sustainability in higher education, enabling them to prepare students for responsible, impactful futures. The panel discussion is designed for university faculty members interested in integrating sustainability into their teaching practices and contributing to the broader goals of sustainable development. The session will include a series of concise presentations by 4 expert panelists from Imam Abdulrahman bin Faisal University, Saudi Arabia, and University of Turku, Finland, each addressing key skills and approaches needed for sustainable education.

Attendees will receive a certificate of attendance if they attend at least 80% of the webinar.

Expected Outcomes:

• Develop an understanding among faculty of how to incorporate sustainable practices into university teaching.
• Foster insights into developing critical, systems-oriented thinking, and resilience in students to meet sustainability goals.
• Apply a collection of practical strategies for creating lasting sustainable impact within academic settings.

Topics:

1. Foundations of Sustainability in Higher Education
2. Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving for Sustainable Impact
3. Systems Thinking: Integrating Environmental, Social, and Economic Perspectives
4. Sustainable Teaching and Curriculum Design
5. Collaboration and Community Engagement for Sustainability
6. Innovation and Adaptability for a Sustainable Future