Jessica Rush Leeker earned her undergraduate degree from Penn State with a focus on Supply Chain and Information Systems and a minor in international business. Before business school, Jessica spent a summer in Haiti, delivering shoes to those in need, and creating a more efficient supply chain for urban water projects. She attended Purdue University, receiving an MBA with a specialization in Sustainability and Operations. Jessica has worked for many successful consumer product companies, including Unilever, and Georgia Pacific. Jessica completed her Ph.D. in Engineering Education at Purdue University to focus on practical methods of corporate outreach in STEM last semester. Before starting at CU Boulder, she was a Visiting Assistant Professor at Purdue. In her free time, she writes children’s books, teaches yoga to children, and enjoys her family.
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Dive into the critical world of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) with 'Our World and How to Accept It'. This course explores the historical context and importance of DEI initiatives in organizations. Understand how embracing diversity can strengthen team connectivity, enhance cross-cultural collaboration, and ultimately drive business success.
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Discover the intricate world of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) with 'Their World and How You Define It'. This course delves into global DEI initiatives, focusing on cross-cultural collaboration and the importance of inclusivity within organizations. Learn to recognize and challenge biases, and explore how country-specific ethnic dynamics impact workplace culture.
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Discover how global dynamics shape our world and learn the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in thriving organizations. This course explores complex topics through historical narratives and equips you with the skills to enhance cross-cultural collaboration and improve cultural competence.