Kate Whalen

Education

PhD in Geography: I sought to understand how to guide and assess learning through experience. Geography has a very long history of experiential learning, such as through exploration and 'field work'.

M.A. in Social Science (Geography)
B.A. in Social Science (Geography)

Professional
Developed and now oversee McMaster University's Academic Sustainability Programs Office. An academic department of ~1,000 students in 6+ courses annually. The Sustainable Future Program (SFP) consists of a suite of undergraduate courses focused on providing students with the opportunity for interdisciplinary, student-led, community-based, and experiential education focused on sustainability. Courses in the program are open to students from all Faculties.

University Instructor with 4+ years experience
Twelve years of management experience in higher education.
Practising Leadership Coach trained at Co-active Training Institute